Damages for physical inconvenience

Question 1

(Non-financial loss including mental distress and damage to reputation) -

Answer 1

But there are breaches that can result in loss that is not financial such as physical and even psychological harm. . There are cases that show the extent to which such non-financial losses can result in damages.

Question 2

What is held for damages for pain and suffering?

Answer 2

Consumer goods are likely to cause injury to a buyer if the goods are defective.

Question 3

Damages for physical inconvenience - Bailey v Bullock 1950

Answer 3

Here the claimant was able to recover damages against his solicitor who had negligently failed to take proceedings for the recovery of the claimant’s house. The result was that the claimant had to suffer the immense inconvenience of having to live with his in-laws for two years.