COMPENSATORY damages are monetary awards intended to compensate the claimant for the loss. There are two types: SPECIAL damages are specific (measurable) out-of-pocket expenses for property damage, medical, miscellaneous expenses, and loss of wages. GENERAL damages compensate the injured person for pain and suffering, mental anguish, disfigurement, and other similar types of losses. Determination of the amount of general damages is highly subjective and can amount to whatever a judge or jury feels is "right" or whatever the parties agree to. PUNITIVE damages are a form of punishment for extreme outrageous behavior, gross negligence, or willful intent.