E. Damages

• Library: Elements of Civil Causes of Action (SCBar) (2021 Ed.)

E. Damages

Actual and punitive damages³³ have been awarded for a violation of the Dram Shop statutes.

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Notes:

^[33] Punitive damages are now governed by the Fairness in Civil Justice Act of 2011, effective January 1, 2012. S.C. Code §§ 15-32-510, et seq. Under the Act, punitive damages may be considered if compensatory or nominal damages have been awarded, but may be awarded only if the plaintiff proves by clear and convincing evidence that his or her harm was the result of willful, wanton, or...