Rhode Island General Laws 10-7-7.1. Punitive damages
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In an action commenced under § 10-7-5, recovery may be had for punitive damages if such damages would have been recoverable had the decedent survived.
History of Section.
P.L. 2009, ch. 382, § 2.
Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws 10-7-7.1
- Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
- Decedent: A deceased person.