exemplary damages

exemplary damages

the result of a judgment in court proceedings in which the person against whom the judgment is made is required to pay more than the assessed loss and is required to pay an additional sum as a punishment or as an example. Such a decision is rare and made only in circumstances where the person has been wilfully or recklessly neglectful.

The exemplary damages clause was recommended in the Leveson report but has been opposed by some newspapers, which have been given legal advice that it could be contrary to the European Convention on Human Rights, which enshrines the principle of free speech.

Fiona Barton QC, representing Cleveland Police, told the judge she didn't think exemplary damages, which would be paid out of Cleveland Police's pocket rather than through its insurance, were necessary.

In this lawsuit, HomeVestors seeks its (1) actual, treble, and exemplary damages from Defendants, (2) a preliminary injunction, and after trial, a permanent injunction, and (3) HomeVestors' attorneys' fees and costs of court.

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