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REMARKSThere are two primary categories of damages recognized in civil law, i.e., general damages and special damages. The term general damages refers to losses that arise as the immediate, direct, and proximate result of the wrongful act complained of. These damages are presumed by law and typically encompass non-pecuniary harms such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and, in certain cases, loss of future earning capacity due to lasting or permanent injury. General damages are not capable of exact calculation and are usually assessed by the court based on the overall circumstances of the case, applying a broad rule of thumb.In contrast, special damages refer to actual, quantifiable monetary losses that, although not necessarily a direct or inevitable result of the wrongful act, arise due to particular circumstances or conditions specific to the case. These may include out-of-pocket expenses, medical…

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