3.09 Damages: General is a type of relief available to an aggrieved party in a legal proceeding. It can be used to compensate for a legal wrong or harm caused to a person or property. There are two types of General Damages: Compensatory Damages and Punitive Damages. Compensatory Damages are designed to return the aggrieved party to the same position they were in before the harm occurred, while Punitive Damages are used to punish the wrongdoer. Compensatory Damages may cover medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, emotional distress, and loss of companionship. Punitive Damages are typically awarded in cases involving malicious or willful misconduct, and are meant to punish the wrongdoer and deter similar behavior in the future.