Engineering Board Exam Reviewer · ECE · hard
A written contract for installation of a broadcast system was breached on August 15, 2016. Until when may the injured party file an action based on the written contract, assuming no interruption of prescription?
- August 15, 2026
- August 15, 2020
- August 15, 2022
- August 15, 2031
Answer
A. August 15, 2026
Solution
Actions upon a written contract prescribe in 10 years from the time the right of action accrues (Art. 1144).
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