Cost Quote by William Henry Maule
“Nominal damages are in effect, only a peg to hang costs on.”
About This Quote
Source Legal Treatise: 19th Century English Law, 1865
Nominal damages serve only as a symbolic placeholder, not reflecting actual loss.
In simple terms: Small legal awards are symbolic, not compensatory.
Key Takeaway
Seek meaningful restitution.
Themes
law
compensation
legal theory
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
legal
theoretical
When to use this quote
- court settlements
- insurance claims
- business contracts
- personal injury
- policy drafting
Key Concepts
contract law
tort law
economic valuation
Questions to Reflect On
- When is a symbolic award sufficient?
- How can courts ensure fair compensation?
A Different Perspective
Nominal awards may fail to address real harm.
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