Article 330: The concept of impatience

1. A lump sum (punishment, penalty) is recognized as a sum of money determined by law or contract, which the debtor is obliged to pay to the creditor in the event of default or improper performance of an obligation, In the case of late performance, the creditor is not obliged to prove damages on the claim for payment. 2. The creditor is not entitled to claim damages if the debtor is not in the position to do so. is liable for non-performance or improper performance of an obligation.