What are punitive damages?

Punitive damages are a type of monetary compensation sometimes given to plaintiffs as a way of punishing the defendant for gross misconduct. When this sort of compensation is awarded, it is typically because the defendant’s actions had a negative effect that exceeded the compensatory damages awarded to the plaintiff.

If you have been a victim of a personal injury due to the negligent actions of another party, you may be entitled to financial compensation for your losses. Contact the Kansas City personal injury attorneys of Yonke & Pottenger, LLC, at 816-399-5207 to for a free case evaluation.