Legal Question in Appeals and Writs in Washington
Punitive Damages and State Laws
Hello,
My question is simple. Are the states of
Washington and Oregon included in the states in
the U.S. which allow for the assessment of
punitive damages? thanks
Asked on 8/01/01, 3:17 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Gary Preble
Preble Law Firm, P.S.
Re: Punitive Damages and State Laws
Can't speak for OR. WA generally not, unless specific statute.
Answered on 8/10/01, 4:28 pm