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Ark. Code Ann. § 16-64-131: New business rule - Damages

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  1. AR Code
  2. Title 16
  3. Chapter 64

(a) In a case involving a recognized tort or breach of contract, there is no absolute denial of damages for lost profits to a newly established business.

(b) A newly established business is subject to the same standard of proof for lost profits as any other business regardless of how long the newly established business has operated.

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