Cornelio Lampesa v. Dr. Juan de · G.R. 155111

Petitioner: Cornelio Lampesa
Respondent: Dr. Juan de Vera, Jr.
Citation: G.R. No. 155111
Court: Supreme Court
Division: Second Division
Ponente: Quisumbing, J.
Decided: February 14, 2008

Summary

This Supreme Court case involves a vehicular accident on December 28, 1988, where a truck driven by Dario Copsiyat hit a passenger jeepney, causing amputation of passenger Dr. Juan de Vera Jr.'s left middle finger. The Court applied quasi-delict principles under Articles 2176 and 2180 of the Civil Code, finding the truck driver negligent and the truck owner Cornelio Lampesa liable for failing to exercise due diligence in supervision. The Court affirmed awards of P75,000 moral damages, P22,000 actual damages, and P15,000 attorney's fees. The decision reinforces the presumption of employer negligence when employees cause harm and the requirement for employers to present adequate proof of due diligence in selection and supervision to avoid solidary liability.

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