CONSOLIDATED TIPS FOR MCQ EXAMINATION ON TORTS AND

DAMAGES

Prepared By:
Monique Ang
Bles Neri
Trixie Peralta
Dan Delfin
Francis Mabutin

BLOCK A and B
Name of Professor: Prof. Casis

Preferred topics:
Negligence and Standard of Conduct
Special Circumstances/Children/Experts
Presumptions and Defenses
Causation
Vicarious and Specific Liability
Human Relations Torts

Tips on styles and methodologies of questioning:

His questions are hardly ever straightforward as he likes to mix up different
topics and even uses the names of characters from various cases (as well as pop
culture).
For problems given in class, he usually uses similar situations and tweaks the
facts. Analyze the questions carefully and if he gives a problem/scenario
comparable to a particular case, distinguish the case from the given situation.
The wording of the question is important. Sometimes it would seem as though he
is asking something but upon a closer reading of the problem, the question is
entirely different. Always answer his question first before explaining the rule or
ratio behind it. (Ex: Tom accidentally cut Jerrys ear while he was cutting the
latters hair. Is Tom liable? Ans: YES or NO first, Tom is/is not liable. Insert ratio.
Note that the question was on liability and not negligence.)
Be mindful of the doctrines he mentioned in class that should never be cited
because they are wrong. Some of the cases that he assigned were discussed for the
purpose of pointing out what not to do or why a specific doctrine was not applied
correctly.

What to expect and prepare for:

His questions will probably involve analysis-- unlikely to ask for requisites, etc
It would be of great help to start highlighting his book for those who haven't, as
well as write notes on the pages. Given that the exam is open book, it would be
much faster to spot the things that you need if the are highlighted or noted down.
Take note that post-its are NOT allowed.
BLOCK C
Name of Professor: Prof. Mary Rose Tan

Preferred topics:
Damages; know which kinds of damages are incompatible with each other
Elements of quasi-delict
Vicarious liability
Human relations torts

Tips on styles and methodologies of questioning:

Straightforward questions!

What to expect and prepare for:

She emphasized damages in class so most likely she will focus on that topic (how
to prove damages, which ones are incompatible etc).
She told us her questions will be very objective. Most likely will ask about
requisites, elements, etc.

BLOCK D
Name of Professor: Prof. Anzen P. Dy

Preferred topics:
Comparison of delict vis-a-vis quasi-delict, civil liability ex delicto vis-a-vis civil
liability from quasi-delict, culpa aquiliana vis-a-vis culpa contractual
Degrees of diligence required (i.e. for common carriers, banks, hotels etc.)
Effects of contributory negligence
Proximate Cause (Tests to determine; vis-a-vis Doctrine of Last Clear Chance)
Intentional Torts
Defenses in Negligence cases
Medical Malpractice Cases (Especially Professional Services Inc. vs. Agana)
Res Ipsa Loquitur
Article 2180 (i.e. Par. 7, how definition of custody has evolved)
Emergency Rule
Negligence
Interest
Damages

Tips on styles and methodologies of questioning:

Very comprehensive
Usually, questions are arranged in order of when they were discussed
Straightforward; Memorize the provisions
Usually likes comparison of concepts

What to expect and prepare for:

Study Professional Services Inc. vs. Agana
 Memorize the differences between basic concepts like culpa contractual and culpa
aquiliana
Study the interest for damages
Learn which types of damages go together and which are given to the exclusion of
another

BLOCK E
Name of Professor: Jose Salvador Zaldy Y. Mirasol

Preferred topics:
British Torts cases
2180
Actual Damages
Human Relations
Negligence, Causation, BPF, Proximate Cause
Defenses

Tips on styles and methodologies of questioning:

Tends to be anal-retentive re: details. Details are important, especially in
applying.
Wants provisions memorized.

What to expect and prepare for:

Brush up on your common law lol
Synthesis of Damages vis-a-vis Different kinds of Torts
Most probably will ask about Negligence, Causation, BPF, Proximate Cause