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Why is it a bad idea to build on barrier islands?


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Duty to Mitigate Damages

The legal principle requiring a party suffering loss as a result of a breach of contract to take reasonable action to minimize the financial harm.

Breach of Contract

A violation of any of the agreed-upon terms and conditions of a legal contract.

Punitive Damages

Monetary compensation awarded to an injured party that goes beyond what is necessary to compensate for losses and is intended to punish the wrongdoer.

Mutual Assent

An agreement between parties that is reached after each party has a clear understanding of the terms and decides to enter the agreement.

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