Ginger attacks Richard and cuts him with a knife. He sues Ginger. The jury awards Richard $50,000 for medical expenses and lost time at work and adds $100,000 to the award because Ginger was so vicious. The $100,000 is called:
A) extra damages
B) compensatory damages
C) nominal damages
D) an equitable remedy
E) none of the other choices

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The $100,000 awarded because Ginger was so vicious is referred to as "punitive damages" or "exemplary damages," which are not listed among the provided options. These damages are intended to punish the defendant for their conduct and deter similar behavior in the future, rather than to compensate the plaintiff for a loss.

Ginger Attacks Richard and Cuts Him with a Knife