concept   punitive damages
culture   United States
statement   Punitive damages are frequently given in US lawsuits to punish and discourage egregious conduct.

3 similar statements
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 punitive damages United States May be awarded in lawsuits to punish the defendant for malicious or outrageous conduct 1
2 punitive damages United States Punitive damages are frequently awarded in lawsuits to punish defendants for particularly egregious behavior. 1
3 punitive damages United States Punitive damages are commonly awarded in lawsuits to punish the defendant for their behavior and deter future similar conduct. 1