Pick main author (Gagliano for ease, Tartuce for speed, Caio Mário for depth). Read it cover to cover for the subject you are studying. Then, use the others as consultants for specific doubts.
Open your civil code to Article 186 (Civil Tort). Open your favorite doctrine to the same page. Does the author explain culpa vs. dolo in a way that makes sense? If yes, keep them. If not, go to the library. livros de direito civil
Why your dog-eared copy of a civil code isn’t enough to win a debate. Pick main author (Gagliano for ease, Tartuce for
Here is the hard truth: If you don’t understand obligation theory, contracts, or property law from a solid source, you will crumble in your 5th year. Open your civil code to Article 186 (Civil Tort)
What is your go-to civil law author? Fight me in the comments. (Just kidding, but seriously, I'm a Team Rosenvald guy).
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