Asked by Gargi Patil on Apr 25, 2024
Nominal damages are trivial damages intended to recognize that a defendant committed a tort against the plaintiff.
Nominal Damages
A small amount of money awarded to a plaintiff in a lawsuit to recognize a legal right was violated, without substantial loss or damage occurring.
Trivial Damages
Refers to minimal or insignificant compensation awarded when a legal wrong has occurred, but the plaintiff has not experienced substantial harm.
- Understand the principle of damages and their function within the realm of tort law.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the principle of damages and their function within the realm of tort law.