D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 4, r. 4-210

Current through Register Vol. 71, No. 49, December 6, 2024

Rule 4-210 - MENTAL AND PHYSICAL ANGUISH, PAIN, AND SUFFERING

210.1

If, as a result of the unlawful discriminatory acts or practices of the respondent, the prevailing complainant was required to undergo medical or psychiatric treatment, or where no medical treatment was undergone, there exists evidence of anguish, pain, and suffering (e.g., headache, nausea, nervousness, insomnia, irritability, loss of weight), he or she shall be entitled to damages proved by competent medical evidence, as defined in § 213, in addition to any actual costs for medical attention as defined in § 205.

Final Rulemaking published at 31 DCR 6259, 6264 December 14, 1984); as amended by Final Rulemaking published at 46 DCR 2804, 2809 (March 19, 1999)