Emotional damages refer to non-economic damages awarded in legal cases to compensate individuals for the psychological impact of an injury or wrongdoing. These damages typically arise in personal injury, defamation, or wrongful death cases, where a plaintiff experiences mental anguish, emotional distress, anxiety, depression, or loss of enjoyment of life due to the actions of another party. Unlike economic damages, such as medical bills or lost wages, emotional damages do not have a direct monetary value and are more subjective, often requiring testimony or evidence to establish the extent of the emotional harm suffered. The assessment of emotional damages can vary widely depending on jurisdiction and the specifics of the case.
Vigo's Contencious-Administrative Court ruled in favor of a family, awarding €16,000 for their suffering due to restricted access during a loved one's final days in the hospital. The deceased woman,…