Pain and suffering
Term · Insurance and risk management · MLC-T-INS-002481
Non-economic damages awarded in personal injury lawsuits to compensate for the physical discomfort, emotional distress, and mental anguish experienced by an injured party. This category of damages includes physical pain, emotional trauma, loss of enjoyment of life, and inconvenience. Quantifying these damages often involves subjective assessment by a jury or through negotiation.
| Identifier | MLC-T-INS-002481 |
|---|---|
| Field | Insurance and risk management |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "Non-economic damages awarded in personal injury lawsuits to compensate for the physical discomfort, emotional distress, and mental anguish experienced by an injured party. This category of damages includes physical pain, emotional trauma, loss of enjoyment of life, and inconvenience. Quantifying these damages often involves subjective assessment by a jury or through negotiation.",
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/insurance/pain-and-suffering/"
}
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