Compensation for Victims
/ˌkɑːnənɪkəl tɜːrm ˌkɒmpɛnˈseɪʃən fɔr ˈvɪktɪmz/
Definitions
- (n.) Monetary or other reparation awarded to individuals harmed by unlawful acts or negligence.
The court ordered compensation for victims of the industrial accident.
- (n.) Legal remedy designed to restore victims to their pre-injury position.
Compensation for victims can include damages for pain and suffering.
Forms
- compensation for victims
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Commentary
Compensation for victims typically arises in civil law contexts addressing harm recovery; clarity on its scope helps drafters distinguish from punitive damages or criminal penalties.
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