Damages that may be awarded to a plaintiff because the defendant's conduct was willful or malicious are called:

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Punitive damages are awarded to punish the defendant for their willful or malicious conduct, and to deter similar conduct in the future. Exceptional damages and injunctive damages are not specific to willful or malicious conduct, and expectancy damages refer to compensation for loss or harm suffered by the plaintiff.

Damages That May Be Awarded to a Plaintiff Because the Defendant's