punitive

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The plaintiffs are asking for about $120 million in future earnings as well as additional millions for pain and suffering and punitive damages.

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“It wasn’t trying to be punitive in any way; it was really trying to help manage a chaotic situation.”

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Baldwin is seeking an undetermined amount of damages, including punitive damages, according to the suit.

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Badin, who said she now pays more money for “a reduced quality of coverage” with another provider, is asking the court for punitive damages.

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Deportation may well become the defining issue of our era if we continue down this punitive path.

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