Question

Scenario 1:

John purchased a car from Jane. They had an oral agreement that John would pay the remaining balance within 30 days. However, John failed to fulfill his obligation and did not make the payment on time. Jane decides to file a case against John to enforce the payment.

Using the provision on Judicial Decision (Civil Code, Art. 8), explain how the court can apply the relevant laws in resolving the case between John and Jane.

Scenario 2:

Mark, a renowned painter, creates a masterpiece and exhibits it in a local art gallery. A few weeks later, Claire, who is also an artist, copied the exact painting and started selling replicas of it without Mark's consent. Mark finds out about Claire's activities and wants to take legal action.

Discuss the effect and application of laws, specifically the provision on Judicial Decision (Civil Code, Art. 8), in relation to Mark's situation and the infringement of his intellectual property rights.