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DRAFT FOR ATTORNEY REVIEW — NOT FINAL

Wilson v. Kavanaugh, 941 S.W.2d 605 (1997)

Citation
Wilson v. Kavanaugh, 941 S.W.2d 605 (1997)
Parent Document
Wilson v. Kavanaugh, 941 S.W.2d 605 (1997)
Jurisdiction
Missouri (state)
Effective Date
1997-02-04

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Tenant recognizes this rule of law. He attempts to justify the award on the basis that his counterclaim was for the tort of abuse of process. An exception to the rule denying punitive damages is recognized “when a plaintiff alleges and proves a breach that amounts to an independent and wilful tort.” Ladeas v. Carter, 845 S.W.2d 45, 52 (Mo.App. W.D.1992).