(law) compensation for losses that can readily be proven to have occurred and for which the injured party has the right to be compensated
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general damages::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | actual damages, compensatory damages |
| Type of | indemnification, indemnity, redress, amends, restitution, damages |
Examples of general damages
general damages
Carol Burnett's $1.6 million, for instance, has shrunk to $50,000 in general damages.
From the time.com
It seeks special and general damages that could exceed $150,000.
From the sacbee.com
This would be balanced by a 10% increase in general damages.
From the guardian.co.uk
He sued, claiming retaliatory eviction and general damages.
From the thenewstribune.com
Those lawsuits seek a jury trial and general damages.
From the stltoday.com
Lares seeks more than $3 million in special and general damages for physical, mental and emotional injuries.
From the ocregister.com
The estate of Owens seeks $18 million for his daughter, predeath general damages and economic loss to the estate.
From the thenewstribune.com
They are asking for $500,000 in general damages.
From the sacbee.com
General damages are generally awarded only in claims brought by individuals, when they have suffered personal harm.
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