Heirs of Juan Dacasin v. The Court of Appeals

Summary

This case involves a vehicular accident where a Dagupan Bus collided with a car at an intersection in Paniqui, Tarlac. The trial court found the bus driver negligent for failing to observe the 'FULL STOP' sign and traffic officer's signal, awarding damages to the victims. The Court of Appeals reversed based on the traffic officer's testimony, but the Supreme Court reinstated the original decision, emphasizing the physical evidence showing the bus struck the car's side and the bus driver's violation of traffic rules. The Supreme Court applied Civil Code Article 2180 to hold the bus company vicariously liable for its employee's negligent acts, noting the company's failure to exercise due diligence in employee supervision and discipline. The case established clear liability for vehicular accidents involving violation of traffic signs and right-of-way rules.