SARMING et. al. v. CRESEMCIO DY, et. al.

383 SCRA 131

Facts: Petitioner wanted for the reformation of the contract of sale between Silveria and Alejandra
because of the mistake in the lot number in the contract. Silveria and Alejandra inquired from the
Registry of Deeds about the status of the lot finding that the lot was still on file. Alejandra paid all
necessary expenses however the title was released to Silveria who never complied to her promise to
give the title so that a reformation of the deed of sale could be prepared.

Issue: Whether or not reformation of the subject deed is proper by reason of mistake in designating the
correct number.

Ruling: Yes. Reformation is that remedy in equity by means of which a written instrument is made or
construed so as to express or conform to the real intention of the parties as provided in Article 1359 of
the Civil Code. Due to the mistake in the designation of the lot subject of the deed, reformation of the
deed is the proper remedy to reflect the true intent of the parties.