A sum claimed or awarded in compensation for loss or injury:

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Answer:

Compensatory damages are money awarded to an injured party that compensate for damages, injury, or another incurred loss.
Compensatory damages are awarded in civil court cases where loss has occurred as a result of the negligence or unlawful conduct of another party.

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