Civil Procedure Framework

Cause of Action, defined. - A cause of action is the act or omission by which a party
violates a right of another. (Sec.2, Rule 2)

Where is the cause of action stated?

Ordinary Civil Case Statement of Claims ( Small claims cases)

Petition (Special Proceedings case)

Complaint (Ordinary Civil action)

If “A” has a cause of action against “B” what should A do?

“A” (Plaintiff) should prepare a complaint.