Mr Ma Operated a Dry-Cleaning Plant

question 58

Multiple Choice

Mr. Ma operated a dry-cleaning plant. Even if there was no harm or any intention of harming anyone, he could still be sued for the mere fact that dry cleaning chemicals escaped from his property. No damages resulted. If the plaintiff were successful what kind of damages would the court most likely award?

• A) General damages
• B) Special damages
• C) Compensatory damages
• D) Nominal damages
• E) Punitive damages

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