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Article 21

RA 386 · Civil Code of the PhilippinesKey provision

ELI5— what this means for you

If you cause damage to someone by acting contrary to morals, good customs, or public policy — even if it's not technically illegal — you must pay damages.

Official text — RA 386

Any person who wilfully causes loss or injury to another in manner that is contrary to morals, good customs or public policy shall compensate the latter for the damage.

Source: lawphil.net (RA 386 as amended)

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