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What condition is NOT necessary for legal compensation to occur?

  • Both debts must be due.
  • Both debts must be liquidated.
  • Both debts must be related to the same parties. (correct)
  • Both debts must be of the same kind.

    • What is the result of a debtor purchasing their own debt at auction?

  • Creation of a new debt
  • Increased liability for the debtor
  • Transfer of the debt to a new owner
  • Extinguishment of the obligation (correct)

    • Which of the following is true regarding debts involved in compensation?

  • They can be paid off in different locations. (correct)
  • They can be of different kinds or amounts.
  • They must have differing due dates.
  • They must be payable at the same location.

    • What type of compensation occurs when two debts are of equal amounts?

    <p>Total compensation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes partial compensation?

    <p>It applies when debts differ in amount.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario exemplifies the concept of compensation?

    <p>One party owes $100 and is owed $50 by the other party.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the essence of compensation in debts?

    <p>It extinguishes mutual debts automatically when conditions are satisfied.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the case of a creditor inheriting a debt, what happens to the obligation?

    <p>The obligation is extinguished due to merger.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the burden of proof to demonstrate that payment has been made?

    <p>The debtor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what condition is the obligation to deliver a specific thing extinguished?

    <p>If the thing is lost without the debtor's fault</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to generic obligations if the generic thing is lost?

    <p>The debtor must still fulfill the obligation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Condonation in the context of debt?

    <p>A voluntary relinquishment of the creditor's right to collect a debt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic is NOT required for Condonation to be valid?

    <p>It must involve a formal contract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition would make Condonation inofficious?

    <p>It excessively benefits one party over another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the debtor's liability for damages if a loss occurs due to a fortuitous event?

    <p>The debtor is not liable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which situation can the obligation not be extinguished?

    <p>If the thing due is a generic item</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the divisibility of an obligation?

    <p>The purpose of the obligation and the intention of the parties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a divisible obligation?

    <p>A contractor building a house in stages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these obligations is considered indivisible regardless of its nature?

    <p>An obligation declared indivisible by law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes a quantitative division of obligations?

    <p>Splitting a harvest of rice into equal portions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about ideal division is correct?

    <p>It has no tangible existence and exists in the minds of the parties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a monthly installment payment represent in terms of divisibility?

    <p>Indivisible as each installment must be paid fully</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is NOT a factor influencing divisibility of obligations?

    <p>Historical precedence set by past obligations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might an obligation be deemed indivisible even if it is physically divisible?

    <p>Both A and C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes a solidary obligation from a joint obligation?

    <p>In solidary obligations, payment by one debtor extinguishes the obligation for all.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes joint obligations?

    <p>Liability is distinct and separate for each debtor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the law presume about obligations involving multiple parties?

    <p>They are considered joint by default.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can the presumption of joint obligations be challenged?

    <p>If the contract specifies solidarity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which situation can creditors demand full payment from any debtor?

    <p>In a solidary obligation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an individual obligation characterized by?

    <p>A single debtor responsible for the entire debt.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true about the nature of solidary obligations?

    <p>They imply a collective responsibility among debtors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does collective obligation refer to?

    <p>Obligations involving multiple debtors and/or creditors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines a principal obligation?

    <p>It can exist independently.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes accessory obligations?

    <p>They must exist along with a principal obligation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a penal clause?

    <p>To deter breaches and ensure compliance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about conventional penal clauses is true?

    <p>They are created through the agreement of the parties involved.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the penalty in terms of damages when a penal clause is enforced?

    <p>The penalty serves as a substitute for actual damages.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A divisible obligation allows for partial compliance. Which of the following actions exemplifies this?

    <p>Selling a product only on specific days.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be evaluated to determine the divisibility of an obligation?

    <p>The specific terms of the obligation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is incorrect regarding the nature of a penal clause?

    <p>It reduces the total obligation to perform.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Burden of Proof

    • The debtor must prove that payment has been made
    • The debtor is not responsible for damages if the loss is due to fortuitous events
    • If the obligation involves generic things and they are lost, the obligation is not extinguished

    Loss of the Thing Due

    • Debtor must deliver a thing of the same kind to fulfill their obligation
    • Condonation is the voluntary relinquishment of the creditor’s right to collect debt

    Condonation or Remission of Debt

    • Condonation must be accepted by the debtor
    • It can be either express or implied
    • It is gratuitous and not inofficious (meaning it doesn’t benefit one party excessively over the other)

    Confusion

    • The obligation is extinguished when a creditor inherits a debt from a debtor (merging of debtor-creditor roles)

    Compensation

    • The extinguishment of mutual debts between two parties
    • Operates automatically by law when all conditions are met
    • Debts need to be due, liquidated, and of the same kind or amount
    • Debts payable at different locations can be compensated, but transportation costs must be paid
    • Total compensation occurs when debts are of equal amounts

    Total vs. Partial Compensation

    • Partial compensation occurs when debts are unequal, extinguishing them to the extent of the smaller debt

    Determining Divisibility

    • The primary factor is the purpose of the obligation and the intention of the parties
    • An object can be physically divisible but deemed indivisible by law or agreement
    • Legal provisions may declare certain obligations indivisible regardless of their nature

    Examples of Divisibility

    • A contractor’s obligation to build a house in stages is divisible because it allows for partial completion
    • A debt paid in monthly installments is divisible, but each installment is indivisible as it must be paid in full at each due date
    • Obligations to perform work over a set number of days are generally divisible

    Types of Divisible Obligations

    • Qualitative Division: Based on the quality of the items rather than quantity (Example: Dividing an inheritance into specific items)
    • Quantitative Division: Based on the quantity of items (Example: Splitting a harvest of rice into equal portions)
    • Ideal Division: Exists only in the minds of the parties (Example: Co-ownership of a property where specific portions are not physically divided)

    Types of Indivisible Obligations

    • Obligations declared indivisible by law, even if they are naturally divisible
    • The nature of the obligation dictates whether is divisible or indivisible
    • Determining divisibility in negative obligations requires evaluation on a case-by-case basis

    Obligations with a Penal Clause

    • Principal Obligations: Can stand alone and don't depend on another obligation
    • Accessory Obligations: Attached to a principal obligation and cannot exist independently

    Obligations with a Penal Clause

    • Penal Clause: An accessory undertaking to pay a stipulated indemnity in case of breach
    • Nature of Penal Clause: An accessory undertaking that increases the obligor's liability in case of breach
    • Definition and Purpose: Intended to deter breaches and ensure compliance with the obligation

    Types of Penal Clauses

    • Legal Penal Clauses: Mandated by law
    • Conventional Penal Clauses: Established by agreement of the parties

    Enforcement of Penal Clauses

    • The penalty substitutes for damages and interests in case of non-compliance

    General Rules

    • Proof of actual damages is not necessary to enforce the penalty

    Joint and Solidary Obligations

    • Obligations can involve one or multiple parties (creditors and debtors)
    • The nature of the obligation determines if it is joint or solidary
    • Solidarity: Collective responsibility among debtors or creditors

    Types of Obligations

    • Individual Obligation: Involves one obligor and one obligee
    • Collective Obligation: Involves multiple debtors and/or creditors, which can be either joint or solidary

    Joint vs. Solidary Obligations

    • Joint Obligations: Each debtor is responsible for a proportionate part
    • Solidary Obligations: Each debtor is liable for the entire obligation

    Presumptions in Obligations

    • Presumption of Joint Obligations: Obligations involving multiple parties are presumed to be joint unless stated otherwise
    • Challenging the Presumption: The presumption can be challenged if the contract or law explicitly states solidarity

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    Test your understanding of key concepts in obligations and contracts law, including the burden of proof, loss of the thing due, and methods of extinguishing debts such as condonation and compensation. This quiz covers essential principles that dictate debtor and creditor relationships.

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