LexisNexis’s The Law of Damages (Butterworths Common Law Series) – 2nd Edition (Indian Reprint 2014) by Harvey McGregor, QC, is one of the most authoritative and widely cited works on the law of damages in common law jurisdictions.

This seminal work provides an exhaustive analysis of the principles governing the award and assessment of damages across various branches of civil law, including contract, tort, and statutory claims.

The book comprehensively examines:

• General principles of damages

• Compensatory and non-compensatory damages

• Remoteness of damage

• Mitigation of loss

• Liquidated damages and penalties

• Damages for breach of contract

• Damages in tort actions

• Personal injury and property damage claims

• Aggravated and exemplary damages

• Interest and costs

Known for its analytical depth and authoritative commentary, this book explains the conceptual foundations of compensation law while also providing practical guidance on quantification and judicial discretion.

The Indian Reprint makes this internationally acclaimed text accessible to Indian practitioners and students who deal with contractual disputes, civil litigation, arbitration, and compensation claims.

⭐ Key Features:

• Authoritative commentary by Harvey McGregor

• Detailed analysis of damages principles

• Widely cited in judicial decisions

• Practical relevance for litigation and arbitration

• Part of the prestigious Butterworths Common Law Series

This book is highly recommended for:

• Civil and commercial litigation advocates

• Arbitration practitioners

• Judicial officers

• Legal academicians and researchers

• Advanced law students

With its scholarly depth and practical relevance, this work remains a cornerstone reference for understanding and applying the law relating to damages.