Punitive damages

Freeman Wachholder Mrs. Scarbrough/Mr. Hunter Social Studies/Language Arts 16 December 2016 The Chicago Flood of 1992 April thirteenth, 1992. Busy, just like any other day in the Loop. But a series of highly unlikely mishaps would cause billions in damage that day. The events can be traced all the way back to 1899, when the Illinois Telephone and Telegraph company had permission to build tunnels for cables from city hall, but instead built seven-foot-wide railroad tunnels. These tunnels were…

Callan requires advice regarding two separate issues: 1. Is Esme likely to succeed in court if she sues Callan for breach of contract? and, 2. Does Callan have a cause of action against the auctioneer and/or the owner of Marvel comic collection upon which he bid at auction in Sotheby’s? Esme’s case against Callan In order to make a case against Callan, Esme must prove that she had concluded a contract with Callan prior to Callan hiring James. A contract between Callan and Esme if it can be…

a jury could find that RDS sustained damage as a result of Trimble’s tortious conduct and breach of contract. The Superior Court erred in granting JNOV to Trimble because a reasonable jury could have found that Trimble was liable for Intentional or Negligent Misrepresentation, Breach of Contract, or Breach of Fiduciary Duty. The Superior Court erred in granting JNOV to Trimble because the evidence provided a jury with a reasonable basis for the award of damages. In the alternative, the Superior…

symbol for all the problems Macon has bottled up in that house and the instant its opened it start to unravel. The first vocal reaction is then mentioned; Charles simple utters “Oh my God” which helps the reader to visualize the severity of the water damage. The living room is completely destroyed by the water, the ceiling was saturated, plaster covered the furniture, and even the rug was so wet is made a noise when Macon walked on it. Tyler mentions that the water must have “run, and run, and…

Congrats! You won. This stupid dumb game that is didn't even know we were playing. But what the prize to see me hurt? Because you succeeded I feel broken last month I was doing my best to be strong, forgiving you while trying to be perfect for what? Just to be taken for granted, yet after every insult; trashy, whore, idiot, lazy, boring, air headed immature stupid, pathetic, dropout, drunk, bitch you said sorry I forgave you but it happened again and again. , yet I tried so hard after each break…

excuse for non-performance and subsequent failure to perform. Presenting crucial evidence, such as receiving a termination notice regarding the contract to purchase real estate before the earnest money deadline passed, will substantiate the claim. Damages were incurred in the preparation for purchase of the property. The breach of fiduciary duties can also bring about a suit based on fraudulent conduct. Including a fraud claim to the instant case would be beneficial because both causes of…

are not planned or intentional, but can still cause damages. For this particular subject, these doings harm the productivity of the organization and its reputation. These types of actions are a failure by the employee to understand their duties. Even more, for many occasions or occupational settings, negligent actions will actually lead to physical harm, this is not the case for particular situation. The organization is focused on monetary damages. Above all, employees must understand negligent…

2.3.1 Damages in Contract Law 2.3.1.1 Definition of damages Damages are monetary compensation for the damage, loss or injury that a party has suffered through a breach of contract. Damages for breach of contract are available as of right upon the proof of breach. 2.3.1.2 Damages under the Contracts Act 1950 Section 74 of the Contract Act limits a plaintiff’s claim for damages caused by a breach of contract. While Section 74(1) provides for damages occasioned in…

For years Austin has managed Sam’s Place, a restaurant owned by Sam. Because of his old age, Austin had taken over all responsibilities of the restaurant for Sam. Shortly after Austin started managing the restaurant profits increased from $20,000/year to $200,000/year. Sam considered Austin a close friend, he even entrusted him to look after his personal finances and ran errands for Sam. Austin hosted Sam during every holiday as well because Sam’s children didn’t visit him often. In any case,…

3. Suit for specific performances-  Specific performance means seeking an order from the court that the promise specified in the contract shall be carried out.  When actual damages arising from breach are not measurable and monetary compensation is not an adequate remedy, specific performances then May be directed by the court. 4. Suit for Quantum Meriut- As much as is earned If the party prevents the other party from completing his obligation under the contract, the aggrieved party may claim…