Punitive damages are
A)generally not available in tort cases.
B)only available in negligence actions.
C)available damages for the tort of intentional infliction of mental distress.
D)no longer available without specific legislative approval.

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Punitive damages are awarded in addition to actual damages in certain circumstances. They are considered in cases where the defendant's conduct was especially harmful or egregious, such as in the tort of intentional infliction of mental distress, to punish the defendant and deter similar conduct in the future.

Punitive Damages Are