DAMAGES INADEQUATE
\dˈamɪd͡ʒɪz ɪnˈadɪkwət], \dˈamɪdʒɪz ɪnˈadɪkwət], \d_ˈa_m_ɪ_dʒ_ɪ_z ɪ_n_ˈa_d_ɪ_k_w_ə_t]\
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Damages are inadequate, when the plaintiff sues for a breach of contract, and the damages given are less than the amount proved. 9 Pick. 11.
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In actions for torts, the smallness of damages cannot be considered by the court. 3 Bibb, 34. See 11 Mass. 150.
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In a proper case, a new trial will be granted on the ground of inadequate damages.
By John Bouvier
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