1. Four Conditions for Equitable Relief

Question 1

What are equitable remedies?

Answer 1

Equitable remedies are non-monetary remedies granted when monetary damages are inadequate to provide full relief. They are discretionary and subject to equitable defenses.

Question 2

5 requirements for equitable relief:

Answer 2

1. Inadequate Legal Remedy – Monetary damages must be insufficient.
2. Feasibility of Enforcement – The court must be able to enforce the remedy.
3. Balance of Hardships – The benefit to the plaintiff must outweigh the burden on the defendant.
4. No Unclean Hands – The plaintiff must not have engaged in wrongful conduct related to the claim.
5. No Undue Hardship or Unfairness – The remedy must not create an excessive burden on the defendant or third parties.