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All ▸ Bar 2024 ▸ CIVIL LAW ▸ II. HUMAN RELATIONS ▸ A. Abuse of Rights (Civil Code, arts. 19-22) ▸ 2. Breach of Promise of Marriage

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Question A: Abuse of Rights - Breach of Promise of Marriage

Alice and Bob have been in a relationship for several years and have made promises to marry each other. Alice, however, suddenly changes her mind and refuses to fulfill her promise of marriage to Bob. This has caused Bob emotional distress and financial loss as he had incurred expenses in preparation for their wedding.

Bob wants to hold Alice accountable for breaching her promise of marriage. Discuss whether Bob has a valid claim for breach of promise of marriage based on the concept of "Abuse of Rights" under Articles 19-22 of the Philippine Civil Code. Support your answer with legal provisions and jurisprudence.



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