On the recordJuly 16, 2014
Punitive damages in our system are designed to punish corporations or people for conduct that is outrageous and egregious.
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congress.govPunitive damages in our system are designed to punish corporations or people for conduct that is outrageous and egregious.
Explaining the purpose of punitive damages in legal cases.
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