Emotional Distress: Proving Damages
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Book Description
Litigating a case involving emotional distress damages can be very difficult because many jurisdictions limit the ways in which these cases can be presented. It is important for attorneys who handle these cases to understand how courts in various jurisdictions have ruled in this area and why. Emotional Distress--Proving Damages provides a summary of emotional distress cases that have been litigated in jurisdictions throughout the country. You will read about the different categories of emotional distress and which categories are most accepted by courts and jurors. You will also learn about the limitations that the plaintiffs have in claiming emotional distress, such as their relationship to the victim and being in the "zone of danger." After reading this book you will understand why some cases were successful and others failed. Topics covered:
Basis of emotional distress claim
Intentional infliction
Negligent infliction of emotional distress
Emotional distress as an element in tort
Cause of action
Limitations on emotional distress actions
Potential plaintiffs
Potential defendants
Proof of injury
Arguments
Client interview checklist
About the Author
Jon R. Abele is an attorney in Phoenix, Arizona and is also licensed in Arkansas and Colorado. He has over fifteen years' experience representing small business owners, including many hotel and motel operations.
Emotional Distress: Proving Damages,Jon R. Abele,Lawyers & Judges Publishing Company, Incorpor,1930056508,Administrative Law & Regulatory Practice,Damages,General,Law,Legal Reference / Law Profession,Liability for emotional distre,Liability for emotional distress,United States
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