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Cooper Industries Inc v Leatherman Tool Group Inc

532 U.S. 424 (2001)
JurisdictionUnited States
CourtUS Supreme Court
Year2001
StatusBinding authority

Summary

Appellate review of the constitutionality of punitive damages awards is de novo, not abuse of discretion.

Key Principle

Appellate courts should apply de novo review to the constitutionality of punitive damages awards rather than an abuse of discretion standard.

Area of Law

tort

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