Injuries
/ˈɪnʤəriz/
Definitions
- (n.) Physical harm or damage to a person's body resulting from an accident or intentional act, actionable under tort law.
The plaintiff claimed damages for the injuries sustained in the car accident.
Forms
- injury
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'injuries' refers chiefly to bodily harm recognized for liability and claims, distinct from purely economic loss.
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