Sasha Committed a Tort Against Katarina

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Essay

Sasha committed a tort against Katarina.Katarina wants to recover compensatory damages.Identify and briefly explain two doctrines that may limit the amount of money that she actually receives.

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Definitions:

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

A type of bankruptcy that involves the liquidation of a debtor's assets to repay creditors, under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code.

Free Assets

Assets that are not encumbered by any liens or claims, available to be used or sold freely by the owner.

Net Realizable Value

The estimated selling price of goods minus the costs of their sale or disposal.

Historical Cost

The original monetary value of an asset or investment, without adjustment for inflation or depreciation, used in accounting to determine financial statements.