Tag Archives: Punitive Damages

A Brief Explanation of Compensatory and Punitive Damages

Posted on June 12, 2018 by admin

In tort law, there are 2 main categories of damages that can be awarded in a personal injury case: compensatory damages and punitive damages. The chief objective of such damages is to restore an injured victim’s quality of life back … Continue reading →

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Who is Liable for Independent Contractor Commercial Construction Injuries?

Posted on May 29, 2018 by admin

When an independent contractor, or one of their employees, is injured on the job at a commercial construction site, it is common for people to think that the liability for damages and losses falls onto the contractor; however, others believe … Continue reading →

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The Fundamentals of a Negligence Lawsuit

Posted on June 5, 2017 by admin

When a victim sues an at-fault person in civil court for personal injuries that resulted from an accident caused by the defendant, it is considered a negligence lawsuit. In criminal court, there are wrongdoers, whereas, in civil court, there are … Continue reading →

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Types of Damages Awarded for Victims of Injury

Posted on March 15, 2016 by admin

Under tort law, when a person is a victim of a civil wrong-doing, a court may award damages to compensate them for their injuries and losses. Assessing the amount of damages is often a difficult and complex process since so … Continue reading →

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