What is a legal remedy? - ANSWERStypically money damages
what is an equitable remedy? (general) - ANSWERScoercive measures commanding a defendant do or
refrain from doing something
what are compensatory damages? - ANSWERSfocus on putting the plaintiff in the position they would
have been in the absence of the wrongdoing
what are punitive damages? - ANSWERSdesigned to deter wrongdoers
What is restitution? (torts) - ANSWERStaking from defendant profits that shouldn't be retained
what are the equitable defenses? - ANSWERSunclean hands; laches; estoppel; unconscionability
types of tort injuries - ANSWERSdestruction of property; personal injury; emotional distress; wrongful
death
how are torts damages measured? - ANSWERScost to repair or replace damaged property; fair market
value of property after destruction; difference between fair market value before & after damage;
personal value of property to plaintiff; equitable relief to prevent harm
what are equitable remedies in contracts? - ANSWERSspecific performance; breaching party must take
action; only available if money damages are inadequate
what are expectation damages in contracts? - ANSWERSrestores the aggrieved party to the amount that
will restore them to the position they would've been in had the contract been fully performed
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