The Repercussions of Excessive Punitive Damages Awards on Legal Integrity
Excessive punitive damages awards in medical malpractice cases can significantly undermine the integrity of legal justice systems. When damages become disproportionately large, they risk distorting the original purpose of punitive sanctions and adversely affecting various stakeholders. Are such inflated awards beneficial or do they threaten the fairness and balance essential to justice? Understanding the repercussions […]