Sometimes the court awards a very small sum (usually $1) in damages to a party that is injured by a breach of contract but cannot show real damages. In these cases, the court generally enables the injured party to recover court costs, though not attorney's fees.

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A nominal sum is awarded when the injured party cannot show real damages. This is usually very small (such as $1) and does not cover actual losses. In such cases, the court may allow recovery of court costs, but not attorney fees.

Sometimes the Court Awards a Very Small Sum (Usually $1)