Practice question
Two agents are appointed simultaneously. Their agreement does not expressly stipulate solidarity. One creditor asserts that simultaneous appointment alone makes their agency responsibility solidary in every respect. Which is correct?
- Every pair of agents is automatically solidary
- Article 1894 says the agents’ responsibility is not solidary absent express stipulation, notwithstanding simultaneous appointment
- The agents have no responsibilities at all
- Only the younger agent is responsible
- The principal must pay twice every claim
Legal references
- Civil Code, Article 1894: https://elibrary.judiciary.gov.ph/thebookshelf/showdocs/2/53360
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