Subsequent Damages
/ˈsʌbsɪkwənt ˈdæmɪdʒɪz/
Definitions
- (n.) Damages awarded for harm or loss occurring after an initial injury or breach, typically relating to consequences that follow the primary event.
The plaintiff sought subsequent damages for losses incurred after the contract breach.
Forms
- subsequent damage
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Commentary
Subsequent damages often overlap with consequential damages but specifically emphasize harm arising after an initial event; clarity in contractual language helps delineate scope.
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