measure of damages

measure of damages. The basis for calculating damages to be awarded to someone who has suffered an injury. • For example, the measure of damages in an action on a penal bond is compensation for the actual loss, not exceeding the established penalty. [Cases: Damages 95–126. C.J.S. Damages §§ 105–153, 163–164; Parent and Child § 344.]

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