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Civil Code

How obligations are extinguished

Payment, loss, condonation, confusion, compensation, novation.

Payment

Identity and integrity of prestation.

Novation

Requires clear intent.

Compensation

Legal vs conventional.

Sources

Last reviewed November 9, 2026. Laws, rules and Bar Bulletins change; if a source above has been amended or superseded, the official text controls.

How obligations are extinguished — FAQ

Is this legal advice?

No — overview only.

Official text?

Start from the official source linked below (https://elibrary.judiciary.gov.ph/).

Case citations?

Overview pages avoid unverified G.R. numbers.

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