Quasi-Delict and Pre-existing Contracts Quiz

In the scenario described, a civil action cannot proceed if the criminal liability has been extinguished by the death of the accused before the final judgment of conviction.

Quasi-delicts are covered under special laws and not governed by any specific provisions in the law.

In quasi-delicts, fault or negligence must be proven in order to establish liability for damages.

The concept of quasi-delict only applies when there is a preexisting contractual relationship between the parties involved.

According to the scenario described, natural obligations can be enforced through legal means.

If a fortuitous event causes damage to another party, the one responsible for causing the event cannot be held liable for the damages incurred.

A quasi-delict can only arise when there is no pre-existing contractual relationship between the parties.

Civil obligations grant a right of action to enforce their performance.

Natural obligations are based on positive law and grant a right of action to enforce their performance.

In the absence of a contract, delictual liability can be established based on fault or negligence.

Civil obligations are always enforceable by law.

Natural obligations always allow the obligee to enforce their performance through legal action.

A positive personal obligation is an obligation 'not to do'.

Forcing a debtor to execute an act against his will amounts to involuntary servitude which is permitted by the Constitution.

In case of breach of a specific obligation, the creditor may recover damages but cannot compel the delivery of the specific thing due.

A generic obligation allows the creditor to compel the performance of the obligation at the expense of the debtor.

Mora Accipiendi occurs when both parties are in delay.

Civil obligations are always enforceable by law, while natural obligations are not enforceable.