Legal Solidary Debtor Defenses Quiz

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Which of the following defenses is NOT derived from the nature of the obligation?

  • Personal defense based on the debtor's share (correct)
  • Lack of consideration or cause
  • Absolute simulation
  • Illegality of the consideration

What is the primary scope of Article 1222 in relation to solidary debtors and creditors?

  • Regulating creditor-initiated litigation involving solidary debtors (correct)
  • Outlining the procedures for debtors to file claims against creditors
  • Establishing the process for creditors to collect debts from solvent debtors
  • Delineating the rights and obligations of solidary debtors amongst themselves

What happens to an obligation that has been fully paid, remitted, or is barred by the statute of limitations?

  • The obligation is extinguished (correct)
  • The obligation is suspended
  • The obligation is transferred
  • The obligation is novated

What is a solidary debtor's right in an action filed by the creditor?

<p>To raise all defenses derived from the nature of the obligation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of a contractual obligation being entirely fictitious or lacking genuine intention?

<p>The contract is void (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the limitation of a solidary debtor's right to raise defenses in an action filed by the creditor?

<p>They can only raise defenses personal to their own share (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a solidary debtor is sued for an obligation involving illegal activities or contracts voided due to vices of consent?

<p>They are completely absolved from liability. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of defense can a debtor use if their consent was obtained by intimidation?

<p>Partial defense (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of a debtor's death on the creditor's right to pursue the debt?

<p>The creditor can still pursue the debt against the surety. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a divisible obligation?

<p>An obligation that can be partially fulfilled. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the case of Braganza v. Villa Abrille, what was the court's ruling regarding the mother's liability?

<p>The mother was liable for her share of the debt, despite her children's minority. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of defenses personal to co-debtors?

<p>They are only available if they are similar and not conflicting. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of defense is provided when a debtor proves that their consent was vitiated or they were incapable of giving consent?

<p>Complete defense (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a debtor's share is subject to a condition that has not been fulfilled, what type of defense can they use?

<p>Partial defense (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to a debtor's liability when they use a partial defense?

<p>Their liability is limited to their own share of the obligation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When does a defense personal to other debtors offer partial protection?

<p>When the defense pertains to the share of other debtors involved (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What determines whether a defense is complete or partial?

<p>The circumstances of the case (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When can a partial defense become a complete defense?

<p>When the obligation specifies otherwise (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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