Civil Law, 2019 Bar — Question A.1-e

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In January 2018, Mrs. A, a married woman on her sixth (6th) month of pregnancy, was crossing a street when she was suddenly hit by a car being recklessly driven by Mr. X. As a result, Mrs. A sustained serious injuries and further, suffered an unintentional abortion. Mrs. A was hospitalized for two (2) months, during which she incurred P400,000.00 in medical fees. Her expenses were all duly substantiated by official receipts. During the two (2)-month period of her confinement, she was unable to report for work and earn any salary, which was established at the rate of P50,000.00 per month. Mrs. A then filed a civil case for damages against Mr. X. (e) Assuming that Mrs. A is awarded actual and moral damages by the trial court, may she also claim interest if the final and executory judgment award remains unpaid by Mr. X? If so, when should the interests be reckoned and what is the rate of interest? Explain. (3%)

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