Davidson

Question 1

Davidson - Reasons to stabilize awards for non-pecuniary damages

Answer 1

damages are virtually limitless; not really compensatory; pecuniary are more important; excessive social burden

Question 2

Davidson - Assumptions of non-pecuniary damages

Answer 2

pecuniary losses are fully compensated; if left unregulated would lead to extravagent awards

Question 3

Davidson - Cases which cap to non-pecuniary does not apply

Answer 3

sexual assault; defamation; negligence destroying career prospects