Which is an example of a situation in which the court would likely award punitive damages after a breach of contract?
A) When fraud occurred.
B) When anticipatory breach occurred.
C) When anticipatory repudiation occurred.
D) When substantial performance occurred.
E) When only nominal damages occurred.

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Punitive damages are awarded in cases where the defendant's conduct was particularly egregious or reprehensible, such as in cases of fraud. They are intended to punish the wrongdoer and deter similar conduct in the future, rather than to compensate the plaintiff for a loss.

Which Is an Example of a Situation in Which the Court