Victor P. Hernandez, Demandante-Apelado, Contra The Manila Electric Company, Demandada-Apelante

Summary

This case involves a collision between Victor Hernandez's automobile and a Manila Electric Company streetcar. The Supreme Court affirmed the trial court's finding that Meralco was liable for P234 in damages under Article 1903 of the Civil Code. The motorman was found negligent for being distracted and failing to notice the plaintiff's car stopped on the tracks. While Meralco argued it exercised due diligence through proper training and inspection procedures, the Court held that the company failed to meet the 'good father of a family' standard by not providing adequate supervision for empty streetcars operated by single motormen. The decision establishes that corporate liability for employee negligence extends beyond proper selection and training to include ongoing supervision and oversight of operations.