Equitable Remedies
Equitable remedies are legal solutions provided by a court that go beyond simple monetary compensation. Instead of just paying damages, these remedies aim to achieve fairness by requiring a party to act or refrain from acting in a certain way. Common examples include injunctions, which prevent someone from doing something harmful, and specific performance, which compels a party to fulfill a contract. Equitable remedies are used when monetary damages would not be sufficient to resolve the issue, ensuring justice is served in a more tailored and just manner.
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Equitable remedies are legal solutions designed to address situations where traditional monetary compensation (like money damages) is not enough to resolve a dispute. These remedies include actions like injunctions, which prevent someone from doing something harmful, or specific performance, which requires someone to fulfill a contractual obligation. Equitable remedies aim to ensure fairness and justice by considering the unique circumstances of a case, rather than just applying strict legal rules. They are often granted at the discretion of a judge when it is deemed necessary to achieve a fair outcome.