BEATRIZ P.

WASSMER, plaintiff-appellee,
vs.
FRANCISCO X. VELEZ, defendant-appellant.

Issue:

Whether or not breach of promise to marry is an actionable wrong in this case.

Ruling:

The circumstances of the case shows that Velez breached his promise to Wassmer
and maliciously, deliberately, reckless and oppressive manner. This means that the
this act warrants the imposition of exemplary damages against him.

Application:

Article 21 of the Civil Code provides 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.
Velez and Wassmer who formally set a wedding and go through all the preparation
and publicity, and Velez only to walk out of it when the matrimony is about to be
solemnized is palpably and unjustifiably contradicting to good customs.

Conclusion:

Therefore, Velez’ act in breaching his promise to marry Wassmer, sanctions

exemplary damages against him.