Dictionary
mitigation-of-damages (doctrine)
the rule that places the responsibility of minimizing damages upon the injured party
The trial court erred (=made a mistake) by applying the doctrine of mitigation of damages.
Other
- avoidable-consequences (doctrine)
Phrase Bank
- The jury may only consider certain evidence in mitigation of damages.
- What matters are you pleading (=state in support of case) in mitigation of damages?
- The facts were considered by the court in mitigation of damages.
- The judge then addressed the question of mitigation of damages.
Additional Notes
- In litigation, a defendant would assert mitigation of damages as a defense.