¶1The general rule is, that interest is not to be reqoyerd on unliquidated damages, or for an uncertain demand. Jurors have, in many cases, a discretion to allow interest, by way of damages, according to the circumstances of the case ;—and this is a case in which that discretion may be exercised.
1 Johns. 315
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Decided May 15, 1806
New York Supreme Court · decided 1806-05-15
IN the liquidation of a partial loss on the cargo, in an action on a policy of insurance, a question was raised for the consideration of the court whether interest was allowable on the account.
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Decided 1806-05-15
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