Jose Bordador v. Brigida D. Luz

Summary

Petitioners, jewelry business owners, sued to recover P725,463.98 from respondents after Narciso Deganos failed to pay for jewelry items received on consignment. While some receipts indicated items were received for his sister Brigida D. Luz, both trial and appellate courts found no agency relationship existed between them. The Supreme Court affirmed, holding that petitioners failed to prove any express or implied agency and were negligent in not requiring written authorization. Only Deganos was held liable for the full amount. The Court rejected arguments about conflict with pending criminal estafa case, emphasizing that civil and criminal actions may proceed independently. The decision establishes important precedent on agency relationships and the requirement for written authorization in commercial transactions.