Since Compensatory Damages Are Supposed to Fully Reimburse the Plaintiff

question 46

Essay

Since compensatory damages are supposed to fully reimburse the plaintiff for all losses suffered because of a tort or breach of contract, how can one justify the award of punitive damages?

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Definitions:

Osteochondral Progenitor Cell

These cells are stem cells found in bone and cartilage that have the potential to differentiate into osteoblasts and chondrocytes, which are responsible for forming bone and cartilage tissue, respectively.

Osteoblast

A type of cell that is responsible for bone formation.

Osteocyte

A mature bone cell encased in the bone matrix, which plays a crucial role in maintaining bone tissue.

Osteoclast

A type of bone cell that breaks down bone tissue, crucial for the development, maintenance, and repair of bones.