Double Recovery
/ˈdʌbəl rɪˈkʌvəri/
Definitions
- (n.) The prohibited act of obtaining compensation twice for the same injury or loss in separate legal actions.
The court dismissed the claim due to double recovery, preventing the plaintiff from being compensated twice for the same damages.
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Commentary
Double recovery is a key principle to prevent unjust enrichment and maintain fairness in damage awards. Careful pleading is required to avoid claims that may trigger this doctrine.
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