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The document outlines instructions for a court case in Mississippi regarding a breach of contract between a Plaintiff and Defendants. It states that if the jury finds that the Defendants failed to fulfill their contractual obligations, they must rule in favor of the Plaintiff. Additionally, if the breach is found to be grossly negligent or intentional, the Plaintiff may be awarded punitive damages, which serve to punish the Defendants and deter similar conduct in the future. The document also references legal authority for these instructions.

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Begin by reviewing the introductory section, which outlines the existence of a contract between the Plaintiff and Defendants. Ensure you understand the context before proceeding.
In the next section, assess whether the Defendants failed to perform their obligations. This is crucial for determining if a breach occurred. You may want to highlight or annotate key phrases for clarity.
Next, evaluate if the breach was gross and willful. If so, indicate this in your notes as it impacts potential punitive damages. Use our platform's commenting feature to add your thoughts.
Finally, review the authority cited at the end of the instruction. This can provide additional context and legal grounding for your decisions regarding punitive damages.

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Are punitive damages always awarded in bdocHub of contract actions?

Punitive damages are normally not awarded in the context of a bdocHub of contract claim. See e.g. OGilvie Minors v. United States 519 US 79 (1996) and Honda Motor Co. v.

Can a jury decide punitive damages?

Yes, a jury does have a say in who gets punitive damages. In most states, including California, the decision to award punitive damages and the amount of those damages may be at the discretion of the judge or jury in a case.

Can a jury award punitive damages?

A: Under California law, punitive damages are typically awarded by the jury in a trial.

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1. Are punitive damages ever awarded in bdocHub of contract cases? Yes, but only when the bdocHub involves fraud, bad faith, or tort-like conduct such as oppression or malice.