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Punitive Damages: Punishment and Deterrence in Civil Law

META DESCRIPTION: Understand the true purpose and calculation of punitive damages in civil law. Learn about the ‘three guideposts’—reprehensibility, ratio, and comparable penalties—that courts use to determine constitutionally permissible awards. This post provides an essential guide to these exemplary damages, focusing on gross negligence, willful misconduct, and corporate liability. The Financial Wrecking Ball: Understanding Punitive […]

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