Compensation Order
/ˌkɒmpənˈseɪʃən ˈɔːrdər/
Definitions
- (n.) A court order directing that a person pay compensation to another as redress for loss or injury.
The judge issued a compensation order requiring the defendant to pay damages to the plaintiff.
Forms
- compensation order
- compensation orders
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Commentary
Compensation orders are distinct from damages awards but serve similar purposes in providing monetary redress; clarity in drafting should specify the type and basis of compensation.
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