Article 1332

RA 386 · Civil Code of the PhilippinesKey provision

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When a party to a contract cannot read or did not understand the language of the contract, the person enforcing the contract must show that the terms were fully explained.

Key point

If the other party didn't speak Filipino or couldn't read, you must prove the contract was explained to them.

Official text — RA 386

When one of the parties is unable to read, or if the contract is in a language not understood by him, and mistake or fraud is alleged, the person enforcing the contract must show that the terms thereof have been fully explained to the former. (n)

Source: lawphil.net (RA 386 as amended)

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