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All ▸ Bar 2024 ▸ CIVIL LAW ▸ I. EFFECT AND APPLICATION OF LAWS ▸ M. Conflict of Laws (Civil Code, arts. 15-18) ▸ 2. Choice of Law, Doctrine of Renvoi, Doctrine of Processual Presumption ▸ f. Lex Fori

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Choice of Law, Doctrine of Renvoi, Doctrine of Processual Presumption: Lex Fori

An oil spill incident occurred in the high seas involving vessels registered in different countries. The spill reached the shores of the Philippines, causing extensive damage to the marine ecosystems and the livelihood of the local fishing community.

As a legal advisor to the affected community, you are tasked to determine the applicable law governing the liability of the vessel owners. Discuss the following:

  1. Explain the principle of lex fori and its significance in determining the applicable law.
  2. Discuss the doctrine of renvoi and its implications on the case.
  3. Analyze the doctrine of processual presumption and how it affects the choice of law in this scenario.


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