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How do you sue someone for vandalism?
File a suit for damages or DEPREDATIONS TO PROPERTY in Circuit Court.
What is punishment or sentencing for a juvenile charged with vandalism?
Depending on the community, there will be either a 'disorderly conduct' ticket or most likely the juvenile causing the damage will have to pay for damages and/or community service.
Were lawsuits filed against the Titanic?
Many people sued the White Star Line, the company that owned the Titanic. Over 650 individuals were awarded damages amounting to over $600,000.
Was there capital punishment in France in 1775?
Capital punishment (executing someone) existed in France from it's beginnings, until a few years ago, when it was abolished in favor of life imprisonment without parole.
Who narrates Damages?
There is no narrator on Damages.
In legal terms what are exemplary damages?
Exemplary damages, also known as punitive damages, are additional compensation awarded to the plaintiff in a civil lawsuit to punish the defendant for egregious behavior and to deter future similar conduct. They are meant to go beyond simply compensating the plaintiff for losses suffered and to act as a form of punishment.
What type of damages are rarely awarded in negligence cases?
Punitive Damages
What is the punishment for slandering?
The punishment for slander can vary depending on the jurisdiction, but it often involves civil penalties such as fines or damages awarded to the victim. In some cases, slander can also be considered a criminal offense, leading to potential imprisonment or other legal consequences.
In which instances might exemplary damages be awarded?
Exemplary Damages are often referred to as punitive damages in legal terms. Such damages are awarded to the Plaintiff when the Defendant has acted in a negligent manner. This can be physical bodily harm, mental harm and or property damage. A judge can award damages beyond the cost to replace the damaged item.
What is monetary compensation awarded by a court of law called?
Damages
What is an additur?
An additur is an augmentation by a judge of damages awarded by a jury.
Damages for breach of contract should only be awarded where they arise naturally from the contractis known as?
This principle is known as the rule of foreseeability or the principle of direct damages. It states that damages for breach of contract should only be awarded if they are the direct and foreseeable result of the breach. Indirect or consequential damages that are not a natural consequence of the breach are generally not recoverable.
What is the punishment for criminal mischief in the 4th degree of more than 1000 in the state of NY?
In New York, criminal mischief in the 4th degree of more than $1,000 is a Class A misdemeanor. The potential punishment for a Class A misdemeanor in NY includes up to one year in jail and/or a fine of up to $1,000.
What is the punishment for property tort in civil law?
In civil law, the punishment for property torts typically involves the payment of monetary damages to compensate the victim for any harm or losses suffered as a result of the tortious act. The amount of damages awarded will vary depending on the specific circumstances of the case, including the extent of the harm caused and any aggravating factors present. In some cases, punitive damages may also be awarded to punish the wrongdoer and deter others from engaging in similar conduct.
Can you get punitive and compensatory damages awarded from a wrongful termination lawsuit?
You theoretically can but you probably won't. Punitive damages are rare and require an extreme situation.
What is Punitive damages and what is consequential damages?
punitive damages are costs awarded to a party to punish the offending party, usually meant to discourage certain behaviour. Consequential damages are damages that attempt to rectify a cost of an innocent party when a breach has occurred in contract.
What can I do if someone has reported a false debt to the credit bureaus?
Read the FDCPA these are your rights as a consumer if the debt is indeed false you may be awarded damages under certain consumer protection laws
