A limit on noneconomic damages limits the amount a plaintiff can recover for pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of consortium or companionship, and other intangible injuries for which it is difficult to assign a dollar amount. (atra.org)
Earlier this year, the Florida Supreme Court decided that a Florida state cap on noneconomic damages for medical malpractice lawsuits was unconstitutional. (lorenzoandlorenzo.com)
However, the New Jersey Supreme Court has held that plaintiffs are authorized to pursue punitive damages and damages for noneconomic losses against public entities and public employees under other statutes, such as the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD) or Conscientious Employee Protection Act (CEPA). (scarincilawyer.com)