Article 1146

RA 386 · Civil Code of the PhilippinesKey provision

ELI5— what this means for you

Actions based on injury to the rights of the plaintiff and actions for quasi-delict (negligence/tort) prescribe in 4 years from the time the cause of action accrued.

Key point

You have 4 years to file a civil case for negligence (quasi-delict) or injury to your rights.

Official text — RA 386

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