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(c) Where the causes of action are between the same RULE 7
parties but pertain to different venues or jurisdictions,
Parts of a Pleading
the joinder may be allowed in the Regional Trial Court
provided one of the causes of action falls within the Section 4. Verification. — Except when otherwise
jurisdiction of said court and the venue lies therein; and specifically required by law or rule, pleadings need not
be under oath, verified or accompanied by affidavit .(5a)
(d) Where the claims in all the causes action are
principally for recovery of money, the aggregate A pleading is verified by an affidavit that the affiant has
amount claimed shall be the test of jurisdiction. read the pleading and that the allegations therein are
true and correct of his knowledge and belief.
(j) That a condition precedent for filing the claim has not
been complied with.
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Dismissal of Actions