To Prevent a Plaintiff from Realizing a Windfall in Damages

question 16

Short Answer

To prevent a plaintiff from realizing a windfall in damages, a defendant may propose the plaintiff's award be discounted to the of the award.

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Definitions:

Alcohol Abuse

The harmful use of alcohol that leads to negative health, social, legal, or personal consequences.

Alcoholics Anonymous

A fellowship of individuals who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other to solve their common problem and help others recover from alcoholism.

Ageism

Prejudice or discrimination on the basis of a person's age, often directed towards older adults.

Risk For Suicide

A state in which an individual has signs, symptoms, or conditions that indicate a significant risk of attempting to take one’s own life.