Special damage definition
Special damage means that the loss sustained by the plaintiff must be a particular loss, of a material nature, supported by specific evidence. Thus, ‘special damage’ is to be contrasted with the ‘general damage’ that was traditionally presumed from the publication of a libel or any of the imputations that come within the rules of slander per se.” (2 Harper et al., The Law of Torts, supra, § 5.14, at p. 114.)
Special damage. , on the other had, means the particular damage (beyond the general damage), which results from the particular circumstances of the case, and of the plaintiff’s claim to be compensated, for which he ought to give warning in his pleadings in order that there may be no surprise of the trial.
Special damage means any consequential, punitive, special, incidental or exemplary damages, or for loss of profits or revenues.
Examples of Special damage in a sentence
Special damage, whether as a consequence or paid off, can be vindicated against the other Institution.
Special damage, whether as a consequence or paid off, can be vindicated against the other party.