An agent shall not carry out an agency if its execution would manifestly result in loss or damage to the principal. (n)
Civil Code · Book IV: Obligations and Contracts · Title X: Agency
Chapter 2: Obligations of the Agent
Current text, as of October 24, 2026
An agent shall not carry out an agency if its execution would manifestly result in loss or damage to the principal. (n)
Consolidated by Alleba from the text of Republic Act No. 386 (Lawphil and the Supreme Court E-Library). Book I provisions on marriage, family relations and parental authority were repealed by the Family Code (Executive Order No. 209, 1987) and are shown for reference only. For information and research only, and not legal advice. For certified copies, refer to the Official Gazette or the issuing agency.