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Understanding Solidary Obligations and Rights
Introduction to Solidary Obligations

Solidary obligations are a legal concept wherein two or more parties are jointly responsible for
fulfilling an obligation towards a third party, known as the creditor. This means that each party,
known as solidary debtors, is individually liable for the entire obligation. In such arrangements,
the actions of one debtor can affect the rights and responsibilities of the others.
Article 1212: Solidary Creditors' Rights and Responsibilities
Explanation: This article establishes the principle that solidary creditors can take actions that
benefit their co-creditors but are prohibited from taking actions that harm them. If a creditor
acts in a way that extinguishes the obligation and causes harm to co-creditors, they are liable
for damages.
Example: If one solidary creditor forgives part of the debt without considering the interests of
other creditors, they must reimburse the affected creditors for their share of the forgiven debt.
Article 1213: Assignment by Solidary Creditors
Explanation: Solidary creditors cannot assign their rights to a third party without the consent of
the other creditors. This prevents potential unfair dealings or conflicts of interest that may arise
if one creditor were to assign their rights independently.
Article 1214: Payment to Solidary Creditors
Explanation: Debtors are allowed to make payments to any one of the solidary creditors.
However, if a demand for payment has been made by one creditor, the debtor should make the
payment to them to avoid confusion or potential disputes among the creditors.
Example: If one solidary creditor demands payment from the debtor, the debtor should make
the payment to that creditor to ensure clarity in the payment process.
Article 1215: Effects of Novation, Compensation, etc.
Explanation: Novation, compensation, confusion, or remission can extinguish obligations but
may affect the rights of solidary creditors. The creditor who executes such acts is liable to other
creditors for their corresponding shares to ensure fairness among all parties involved.
Example: If one solidary creditor forgives part of the debt, they must reimburse the other
creditors for their share of the forgiven debt to maintain equality among all creditors.
Article 1216: Right of Creditor to Proceed Against Solidary Debtors
Explanation: Creditors have the right to proceed against any one or all of the solidary debtors
simultaneously. This allows creditors to enforce collection against whichever debtor they
choose, providing flexibility in the debt recovery process.
Example: If multiple solidary debtors owe money to a creditor, the creditor can choose to
collect from any one of them or all of them simultaneously based on their discretion.
Article 1217: Effects of Payment by Solidary Debtor
Explanation: Payment by one solidary debtor extinguishes the obligation. The paying debtor
can claim reimbursement from co-debtors, ensuring that the burden of repayment is shared
among all debtors.
Example: If one solidary debtor pays off the entire debt, they can demand reimbursement from
the other debtors for their proportionate shares to ensure fairness in the distribution of the
repayment burden.
Article 1218: Payment After Obligation Prescribed or Became Illegal
Explanation: Payment by a solidary debtor after the obligation has prescribed or become illegal
does not entitle them to reimbursement from co-debtors. In such cases, the obligation is
considered extinguished, and there is no obligation for co-debtors to reimburse the paying
debtor.
Article 1219: Effect of Remission of Share After Payment
Explanation: If a creditor remits a debtor's share after another debtor has already paid off the
debt, the remission does not release the debtor from responsibility towards co-debtors. This
prevents fraud and ensures fairness among all debtors.
Example: If one solidary debtor pays off the entire debt and then a creditor remits another
debtor's share, the paying debtor cannot demand reimbursement from the remitted debtor,
ensuring fairness in the debt settlement process.
Prescriptive Periods of Actions
Explanation: The law sets prescriptive periods for legal actions related to obligations, contracts,
injuries, etc. These periods vary depending on the nature of the action and ensure that legal
disputes are resolved within a reasonable timeframe.
Example: Legal actions related to written contracts must be brought within ten years from the
time the right of action accrues, providing clarity and certainty in legal proceedings.

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