Article 1918Obligations of the Principal

The principal is not liable for the expenses

incurred by the agent in the following cases:

(1) If the agent acted in contravention of the principal's

instructions, unless the latter should wish to avail himself

of the benefits derived from the contract;

(2) When the expenses were due to the fault of the agent;

(3) When the agent incurred them with knowledge that

an unfavorable result would ensue, if the principal was

not aware thereof;

(4) When it was stipulated that the expenses would be

borne by the agent, or that the latter would be allowed

only a certain sum. (n)

CHAPTER 4 Modes of Extinguishment of Agency