The abatement of a nuisance does not prejudice the right of any person to recover damages for its past existence.
[Code 1881 § 1240; 1875 p 79 § 6; RRS § 9918.]

Terms Used In Washington Code 7.48.180

  • Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
  • person: may be construed to include the United States, this state, or any state or territory, or any public or private corporation or limited liability company, as well as an individual. See Washington Code 1.16.080