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Elements of the objective and subjective civil liability actions

In Mexico City, civil liability is regulated in the Civil Code for the Federal District in a chapter entitled ‘Obligations arising from unlawful acts’.   The performance of a wrongful act that causes damage generates subjective civil liability, in which case the victim will have the burden of proving the existence of fault or negligence […]

The Civil Code of Mexico City, moves towards inclusion.

On August 8, 2023, the plenary session of the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation (the “Court“), invalidated provisions of the Civil Code in force of Mexico City (the “Code“), in testamentary matters that allow people with disabilities to testament by electronic means. In the world, according with the World Health Organization, approximately 15% […]