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A legal principle where a party is paid for the value of the work performed, even if no contract existed, to prevent unjust enrichment. Frequently applied in cases where a contract is found unenforceable.

The court modifies a contract to reflect the true intentions of the parties involved. Often used when a mistake or fraud has been made in the drafting of the document.

Requires the defendant to return what was wrongfully obtained from the plaintiff. Applied frequently in cases of unjust enrichment.

A court order requiring a party to do or refrain from doing specified acts. Could prevent ongoing nuisances or trespassing.

A remedy requiring the breaching party to perform the contractual obligation rather than just paying damages. Common in unique goods situations, like real estate transactions.

Awarded to punish the defendant for particularly egregious or malicious behavior and deter similar future conduct. Examples are rare in tort cases but could arise from gross negligence or intentional harm.

Damages whose amount the parties designate during the formation of a contract for the injured party to collect as compensation upon a specific breach (such as late performance).

A small sum awarded when a legal wrong has occurred, but no actual monetary loss was suffered. Used to acknowledge that an infringement of rights took place.

Intended to compensate the plaintiff for actual losses suffered. Examples include medical expenses, lost wages, and repair or replacement of property.