TRANSPORTATION LAW

A bus company only checks that its drivers have valid licenses but does not conduct background checks. One driver, with a history of reckless driving, causes an accident. Is the company liable?

• A) No, because the driver had a valid license.

• B) Yes, for failing to exercise due diligence in hiring.

• C) No, unless the driver had previous accidents with this company.

• D) Yes, but only if the driver was intoxicated.

A bus driver negligently hits a pedestrian. Can the pedestrian sue the bus company?

• A) No, only the driver is responsible.

• B) Yes, under quasi-delict (culpa aquilana) laws.

• C) No, unless the pedestrian was inside the bus.

• D) Yes, but only if the pedestrian had the right of way.

A common carrier argues that it does not have a Certificate of Public Convenience (CPC) and is therefore not liable for damages. Is this a valid defense?

• A) Yes, because a CPC is required for liability.

• B) No, because liability arises from operating as a common carrier, not from having a CPC.
  

• C) Yes, if the carrier only operates occasionally.

• D) No, but only if the accident caused injuries.

An airline overbooks a flight and forces a confirmed passenger to give up their seat. Is this a breach of contract?

• A) No, because airlines are allowed to overbook.

• B) Yes, because a confirmed reservation is part of the contract.

• C) No, as long as the passenger is compensated.

• D) Yes, but only if the passenger was denied a refund.

A bus driver, while speeding, collides with another vehicle, causing passenger injuries. Who is liable?

• A) Only the driver

• B) Both the driver and the bus company

• C) Only the bus company

• D) Neither, if the bus was insured

A shipping company loses a customer's cargo. What must the customer prove to recover damages?

• A) That the shipping company was at fault.

• B) That a contract existed and the goods were lost.

• C) That the cargo was valuable.

• D) That the goods were insured.

A passenger boards a ferry, but the vessel sinks due to poor maintenance, causing injuries. Can the ferry operator be held liable?

• A) No, if the ferry had an emergency exit.

• B) Yes, because common carriers must exercise extraordinary diligence.

• C) No, if the ferry operator proves the accident was unavoidable.

• D) Yes, but only if more than 50% of passengers were injured.

A person agrees to transport goods for a friend in exchange for payment but does not regularly engage in transportation services. What kind of carrier is he?

• A) Common Carrier

• B) Private Carrier

• C) Contractual Carrier

• D) Independent Carrier

A passenger is injured when a bus suddenly brakes. Can the common carrier be held liable?

• A) No, because sudden braking is sometimes necessary.

• B) Yes, because common carriers are required to exercise extraordinary diligence.

• C) No, if the passenger was not wearing a seatbelt.

• D) Yes, but only if the driver admits fault.

A bus company refuses to transport a passenger who has already bought a ticket. Is the bus company liable?

• A) No, because the bus company can refuse service at any time.

• B) Yes, because a contract of carriage exists once a ticket is issued.

• C) No, because the passenger has not yet boarded the bus.

• D) Yes, but only if the passenger missed the last trip of the day.