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Punitive Damages

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Punitive Damages /ˈpjunətɪv ˈdæmɪdʒ/

A form of damages awarded to plaintifs that are intended to deter further misconduct by the defendant. Punitive damages are not strictly measured by the actual injury suffered by the plaintiff.

See also: General damages.

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