Question

Subject: Partnership

Topic: Property Rights of Partners (Civil Code, arts. 1810-1814)

Question:

1. Rosa and Alicia are partners in a catering business. They agreed to contribute capital equally and share profits and losses in proportion to their contributions. However, Rosa claims exclusive ownership of a delivery van that was purchased using partnership funds. Alicia argues that the van should be considered as partnership property. Discuss the property rights of partners in a partnership and determine who has the right to claim ownership of the delivery van.

2. Juan and Maria are partners in a real estate development company. They acquired a prime property using partnership funds, but it is registered under Juan's name. Maria insists that the property should be registered in the name of the partnership and not Juan's individual name. Analyze the property rights of partners in a partnership and determine the proper registration of the acquired property.