Korvausperusteiden

Korvausperusteiden refers to the grounds or basis for compensation in Finnish law. It outlines the legal principles and criteria that determine when and how a party is entitled to receive compensation for damages or losses suffered. These grounds are crucial in establishing liability and quantifying the amount of compensation awarded in various legal contexts, including civil disputes, tort law, and contractual disagreements.

The concept of korvausperusteiden encompasses several key elements. Primarily, it involves demonstrating that a wrongful act or omission has occurred, often referred to as an unlawful act or breach of duty. Secondly, a causal link must be established between the wrongful act and the damage suffered. This means that the damage would not have occurred had the wrongful act not taken place. Thirdly, the damage itself must be proven, and it generally needs to be of a nature that is legally compensable. This can include material losses, such as repair costs or lost income, as well as immaterial damages like pain and suffering.

Finnish law recognizes various specific korvausperusteiden. For instance, in tort law, compensation can be based on negligence (tuottamus) or intent (tahallisuus). In contractual law, compensation may arise from a breach of contract (sopimusrikkomus). The specific grounds and their interpretation can vary depending on the area of law and the particular circumstances of the case, as determined by Finnish courts and legislation. The objective of establishing korvausperusteiden is to ensure that parties who have suffered demonstrable harm due to the actions or inactions of another are appropriately compensated, thereby upholding principles of justice and fairness.