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Damage Caps: Recent Trends In American Tort Law, Mark K. Osbeck
Damage Caps: Recent Trends In American Tort Law, Mark K. Osbeck
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Damage caps and other limitations on damages have become increasingly important in American tort law during the past thirty years. This trend shows no signs of abating; in fact, it has gained increasing momentum since President Bush took office in 2001. This chapter traces the evolution of damage caps and other limitations on damages and provides a summary of recent developments in this area.