Remedies and Damages in Tortious Conduct

Which type of damages is intended to punish the wrongdoer in cases of tortious conduct?

• Compensatory damages

• Punitive damages

• Equitable relief

• Restorative damages

Which of the following is an example of equitable relief in tortious conduct cases?

• Monetary compensation

• Injunction or specific performance

• Punitive damages

• Criminal fines

What does the law recognize torts as?

• Criminal offenses

• Civil wrongs

• Ethical violations

• Contract breaches

What is the purpose of an injunction in tort law?

• To provide monetary compensation

• To compel a party to cease an activity

• To punish the guilty party

• To enforce a contract

What are compensatory damages in tort law?

• Damages awarded by a court equivalent to the loss a party suffered

• Punitive damages meant to punish the defendant

• Damages awarded for emotional distress only

• Damages awarded without any monetary value

Compensatory damages are divided into which two types?

• Actual and general

• Punitive and nominal

• Emotional and physical

• Monetary and non-monetary

What must a plaintiff prove to be awarded actual compensatory damages?

• That losses suffered equate to a defined monetary value

• That the defendant acted with malicious intent

• That emotional distress was caused

• That the damages were non-monetary

Which of the following is an example of compensatory damages?

• Medical and hospital bills

• Fines for breaking the law

• Emotional distress without monetary loss

• Punitive damages

Which of the following is NOT an example of compensatory damages?

• Lost wages or lost employment income

• Increased living expenses

• Punitive damages

• Property replacement or repair

What type of expenses are included in compensatory damages?

• Medical treatments and physical therapy

• Legal fees for the responsible party

• Emotional distress without monetary loss

• Future investments unrelated to the incident