Definition of Damages

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TeachMeFinance.com - explain Damages



Damages -- 1. A loss or harm to a person or their property.

2. The pecuniary compensation or indemnity which may be recovered by any person who has suffered loss, detriment or injury to his person, property or rights through the unlawful act, omission, or negligence of another.

historic definition...

Damages -- In law money recoverable as amends for a wrong or harm inflicted ; injury such as can be estimated in money.


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