Practice question
During a flood, a neighbor saves another’s property from destruction without the owner’s knowledge. How does Article 2168 illustrate quasi-contract?
- It requires prior written acceptance
- It automatically transfers ownership to the rescuer
- It creates a criminal fine
- It makes every rescue a gratuitous gift
- It imposes just compensation despite absence of an agreed rescue contract
Legal references
- Civil Code, Articles 22, 1157, 1160, 2142-2169 and 2176: https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra1949/ra_386_1949.html
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