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All ▸ Bar 2024 ▸ REMEDIAL LAW, LEGAL AND JUDICIAL ETHICS ▸ III. CIVIL PROCEDURE (1997 Rules on Civil Procedure as amended by A.M. No. 19-10-20-SC) ▸ C. Cause of Action (Rule 2) ▸ 2. Joinder and Misjoinder

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Cause of Action: Joinder and Misjoinder

Alex, Bea, and Carlos were involved in a car accident. Alex, the driver of the car, was allegedly driving recklessly and caused the collision. Bea and Carlos, who were passengers in different vehicles, sustained injuries as a result of the accident.

Bea wants to file a personal injury claim against both Alex and Carlos, while Carlos also wants to file a personal injury claim against Alex. Both Bea and Carlos believe that Alex's negligent driving was the primary cause of the accident and their injuries.

Can Bea and Carlos properly join their claims against Alex in a single lawsuit? Discuss the principles of joinder and misjoinder of causes of action in relation to the given scenario. Analyze the applicable rules and jurisprudence to support your answer.

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