Claim for Punitive Damages

A Claim for Punitive Damages is a legal document seeking additional compensation to punish the defendant for egregious conduct. Key features include:

1. Description of defendant’s willful or malicious actions

2. Evidence of gross negligence or reckless disregard

3. Argument for deterrence of similar future conduct

4. Requested amount of punitive damages

5. Statutory or case law supporting the claim

This claim aims to punish wrongdoers and deter similar behavior, going beyond mere compensation for actual damages.