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    Francisco Velez broke off his engagement to Beatriz Wassmer two days before their wedding, leaving only a telegram saying he would return but never did. Beatriz sued for damages. The Supreme Court ruled that while breach of promise to marry is not actionable, Velez's actions went beyond a simple breach of promise as the wedding preparations had been made. His abandonment so close to the wedding was contrary to good customs and morals, so he had to pay damages to compensate Beatriz for her losses and injury.

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    Francisco Velez broke off his engagement to Beatriz Wassmer two days before their wedding, leaving only a telegram saying he would return but never did. Beatriz sued for damages. The Supreme Court ruled that while breach of promise to marry is not actionable, Velez's actions went beyond a simple breach of promise as the wedding preparations had been made. His abandonment so close to the wedding was contrary to good customs and morals, so he had to pay damages to compensate Beatriz for her losses and injury.

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    Francisco Velez broke off his engagement to Beatriz Wassmer two days before their wedding, leaving only a telegram saying he would return but never did. Beatriz sued for damages. The Supreme Court ruled that while breach of promise to marry is not actionable, Velez's actions went beyond a simple breach of promise as the wedding preparations had been made. His abandonment so close to the wedding was contrary to good customs and morals, so he had to pay damages to compensate Beatriz for her losses and injury.

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    Wassmer Vs Velez Case Digest

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    Francisco Velez broke off his engagement to Beatriz Wassmer two days before their wedding, leaving only a telegram saying he would return but never did. Beatriz sued for damages. The Supreme Court ruled that while breach of promise to marry is not actionable, Velez's actions went beyond a simple breach of promise as the wedding preparations had been made. His abandonment so close to the wedding was contrary to good customs and morals, so he had to pay damages to compensate Beatriz for her losses and injury.

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    Wassmer vs Velez Case Digest

    Wassmer vs Velez G.R. No. L-20089 December 26, 1964

    Facts: Francisco Velez and Beatriz Wassmer are to be wed. 2 days prior the ceremony, Francisco left, leaving a telegram he will come back but never did. Beatriz filed for damages, and judgment was rendered ordering defendant to pay actual, moral and exemplary damages. Defendant now asserts that the judgment against him is contrary to law, given that there is no provision in the Civil Code authorizing an action for breach of promise to marry. Issue: Whether or not breach of promise to marry is actionable. Held: No it is not, but this case is not a mere breach of promise to marry. He must be held answerable for the damages in accordance with Art. 21. The SC maintained that though breach of promise to marry is not actionable, the defendants act is still punishable under Article 21 of the Civil Code which states that any person who willfully causes loss or injury to another in a manner that is contrary to morals, good customs or public policy shall compensate the latter for the damage. In this case, plaintiff already arranged everything for the wedding, like the wedding gowns, invitations, matrimonial bed, etc. The SC held that this is not a case of mere breach of promise to marry A wedding has been formally set and all the preparations have been made, only for the groom to walk out 2 days before. This is contrary to good customs, since defendant acted in a reckless and oppressive manner.

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