Under our NCC, an heir may institute an action for rescission of a rescissible contract in his capacity as a representative or successor-in-interest of a person who suffers from lesion or of the creditor who is defrauded. Suppose, however, that it can be established that the decedent, during his lifetime, entered into a contract with another in order to defraud him of his legitime, can he institute an action for the rescission of such contract after the death of the decedent?

Under our NCC, an heir may institute an action for rescission of a rescissible contract in his capacity as a representative or successor-in-interest of a person who suffers from lesion or of the creditor who is defrauded. Suppose, however, that it can be established that the decedent, during his lifetime, entered into a contract with another in order to defraud him of his legitime, can he institute an action for the rescission of such contract after the death of the decedent?

Understanding Business

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Chapter1: Taking Risks And Making Profits Within The Dynamic Business Environment

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