Further, under certain circumstances, a successful plaintiff may be entitled to an award of damages, aggravated damages and/or special damages. The amount of damages that the plaintiff can receive will depend on the circumstances of the case and will generally depend on:
- Actual pecuniary loss;
- Anticipated pecuniary loss;
- Any social disadvantages resulting from the defamation;
- Injury to reputation; and
- Injury to feelings and health.
The amount of aggravated damages that the plaintiff can receive will depend on the circumstances of the case and will generally depend on:
The conduct by the defendant at the time of the publication, Any malice towards the plaintiff, The mode and extent of publication, Conduct of the litigation by the defendant and, Any additional hurt suffered by the plaintiff.