Which Statement Is True Regarding Punitive Damages in Product Liability

question 62

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true regarding punitive damages in product liability cases?

• A) Punitive damages are not available in product liability actions.
• B) The amount of the punitive-damage award is determined by the wealth of the defendant only.
• C) The amount of the punitive-damage award is determined by the maliciousness of the action only.
• D) The amount of the punitive-damage award is determined by the wealth of the defendant and the maliciousness of the action.
• E) Punitive damages are meant to compensate the plaintiff for injury and to make the plaintiff whole.

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