april 15 2025 /commercial law
Memorize definition of bank under RA 8791
Read 1980 of the civil code - governing rule
what is the degree of diligence required ?- highest degree of diligence - Section
2 of RA 8791
is the mirror principle applicable to banks? - the mirror principle is not
applicable as banks are expected to exercise the highest degree of diligence. they
need to to investigate - Banks are businesses impugn with high public interest -
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different types of banks (commonly asked in the bar)- Section 3.2 RA 8791
Read and familiarize Section 30 , 8791
What is legal tender? limit of legal tender to coins
Can foreign banks operate here in the Philippines? - Yes they can… secure from
Monetary Board
Can banks engage in insurance businesses? - As a general rule No, under Section 54
8791
What do you call the relationship between bank and insurance company - bank
assurance… engaging indirectly with other companies. example AXA and BPI.
Banks was closed without due process, e.g no notice and hearing, is it valid? -
Yes valid a according to thr close now, hear later doctrine - This "close now,
hear later" scheme is grounded on practical and legal considerations to prevent
unwarranted dissipation of the bank’s assets and as a valid exercise of police
power to protect the depositors, creditors, stockholders, and the general public.
The "close now, hear later" doctrine has already been justified as a measure for
the protection of the public interest. Swift action is called for on the part of
the BSP when it finds that a bank is in dire strait
Rule 65 Certiorari is the remedy.
Distinguish a conservator from a receiver of a bank (commercial law2015 bar
question)
What is a quasi bank - Section 4 8791, last paragraph
Differentiate bank deposits from deposit substitutes
What is Single borrowers limit? -
Can a director apply a loan in its own bank? - Yes pwede with requirements.
How much is the legal interest in the Philippines? - 6% per annum is the legal
interest as provide for by law.
What is PDIC? How much is the current amount being insured?
Can a bank choose not to be a member of PDIC? - No as banks are impugn with the
highest degree of public interest different types
Can RTC issue TRO against the BSP? - No, Section 20 of RA 11211. ONLY CA AND SC can
issue an injunction to BSP
Can the BSP lend money to PDIC - yes
Is BSP tax exempt - Yes according to according to Section 44 of RA 11211
Current BSP governor ? - Eli Remolona
Read the case of Salvacion . GR No. 94723 (possible mugawas sa exam) - is the
foreign secrecy act applicable to the foreigners?