MEASURE OF DAMAGES

measure of damages.The basis for calculating damages to be awarded to someone who has suffered an injury. • For example, the measure of damages in an action on a penal bond is compensation for the actual loss, not exceeding the established penalty. [Cases: Damages 95–126. C.J.S. Damages §§ 105–153, 163–164; Parent and Child § 344.]

[Blacks Law 8th]