Asked by Itzamar Gutierrez on May 19, 2024
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Damages awarded in excess of normal compensation in order to punish a defendant for a serious civil wrong are known as punitive damages.
Punitive Damages
Monetary compensation awarded to the plaintiff, over and above actual damages, intended to punish the defendant for egregious conduct.
Excess
The amount that is more than necessary, needed, or specified; in insurance, it refers to the part of a claim that the insured must pay, which is not covered by the insurer.
Civil Wrong
An action that harms someone else but is not necessarily a criminal act; typically addressed through civil legal proceedings for damages or restitution.
- Become familiar with the intent and limitations of tort law.
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Elvin HernandezMay 21, 2024
Final Answer :
True
Explanation :
Punitive damages are awarded in addition to actual damages in certain circumstances. They are intended to punish the defendant for particularly egregious or malicious behavior and to deter similar conduct in the future.
Learning Objectives
- Become familiar with the intent and limitations of tort law.