Roy was doing repair work in Melinda's apartment. He saw a deep crack in the floor but did not repair it at the time. Later while working on the ceiling, his ladder got stuck in the crack, and he injured himself. Which of the following statements is true of damages in this case?
A) Roy can impose consequential damages on Melinda.
B) Roy can recover for injuries under the specific performance decree.
C) Roy cannot recover for injuries that could have been easily avoided.
D) Roy cannot recover damages until he gets an injunction.

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In the above case, Roy cannot recover for injuries that could be easily avoided. Plaintiffs who have been injured by a breach of contract have a duty to mitigate (avoid or minimize) the damages they suffer if they can do so without undue risk, expense, or humiliation.

Roy Was Doing Repair Work in Melinda's Apartment