Damages Award
/ˈdæmɪdʒɪz əˈwɔːrd/
Definitions
- (n.) A monetary sum granted by a court to compensate a claimant for loss or injury.
The court granted a damages award for the plaintiff’s medical expenses.
Forms
- damages award
- damages awards
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Commentary
Damages awards quantify monetary relief in civil claims, often distinguished by type (e.g., compensatory or punitive). Drafting should specify the basis and measure of damages clearly.
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