Michigan and Many Other States Have Set Limits on the Amount

question 5

Multiple Choice

Michigan and many other states have set limits on the amount of general noneconomic damages that can be awarded in tort cases.Noneconomic damages include damages for

• A)disfigurement.
• B)lost income.
• C)medical expenses.
• D)property damage.

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Definitions:

Compensatory Damages

Monetary awards given to a plaintiff to compensate for losses or injuries suffered as a result of the defendant's actions.

Plaintiff

The party who initiates a lawsuit in court seeking legal remedy from the defendant.

Contract

An agreement that is enforceable by law and involves two or more parties, making it legally binding.

Contractual Condition

A specific requirement outlined in a contract that must be met for the contract to be fully enforceable.