Fiduciary
…both charges, the jury awarding Interclaim $8.3 million in compensatory damages, and $27.7 million in punitive damages. FDIC v. Van Dellen IndyMac Bank, considered one of the greatest bank failures…
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Non Disclosure Agreement
…such as in a civil lawsuit, or criminal proceedings. Punitive Damages – Money awarded to the injured party above and beyond their actual damages. Punitive damages may be awarded in…
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…damages. Punitive damages may be awarded in cases where the defendant’s actions in regard to the case are malicious, or so reckless as to give a reasonable person pause. Punitive…
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…spouse. Punitive Damages – Money awarded in cases where the defendant’s actions in regard to the case are malicious, or so reckless as to give a reasonable person pause. Punitive…
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…whether the defendant should be held liable for the damages the plaintiff has claimed. If the jury finds the defendant to be responsible, as well as what damages he should…
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…injury or damages. In the event the defendant’s explanation in such a situation does not add up or fully explain the plaintiff’s damages, this defense may fail. Res Ipsa Loquitur…
Read moreKatko v. Briney
…into their unoccupied farmhouse. Plaintiff broke into the house and was seriously injured by the spring gun. At trial, Plaintiff won a verdict of $20,000 actual, and $10,000 punitive, damages….
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…damages. Intellectual Property – Anything created by the human intellect, such as artistic and literary works, designs, images, symbols, and names. Punitive Damages – Damages awarded for the purpose of…
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…Damages – An award of money in compensation for actual economic loss, property damage, or injury, not including punitive damages. Damages – A monetary award in compensation for a financial…
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…economic loss, property damage, or injury, not including punitive damages. Exemplary Damages – An award of money when a defendant willfully acted in such a way as to be violent,…
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