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damage(s)


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One names the United States and seeks damages under the Federal Tort Claims Act, alleging wrongful death, negligence and other misconduct.

From Barron's ● Oct. 1, 2026

Alzheimer's disease gradually damages memory, thinking, and behavior and affects more than 7 million older adults in the United States.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 1, 2026

At the time Brown was ordered to pay $885,000 in damages to Patricia Avila and $50,000 in damages to Maria’s husband.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 30, 2026

"While we thank the jury for their consideration, we strongly disagree with today's verdict and the damages awarded, which are entirely unsupported by the facts," Apple said.

From BBC ● Sep. 28, 2026

I’ve already asked Father to compensate him for the damages, especially since Dussel only gets one bar of inferior wartime soap a month.

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank




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