lisävahinkojen

Lisävahingot is a Finnish term that translates to "additional damages" or "consequential damages" in English. It refers to losses that do not arise directly from a breach of contract or a wrongful act but rather as a secondary consequence of it. These damages are often more difficult to prove and recover than direct damages.

In Finnish law, the concept of lisävahingot is important in determining the extent of liability. When a party causes harm or breaches an agreement, they are typically responsible for the direct losses suffered by the other party. However, lisävahingot represent losses that flow indirectly from the initial breach or act. Examples can include lost profits, increased costs, or business interruption that occurs as a result of the initial problem.

The recoverability of lisävahingot can depend on several factors, including foreseeability. Generally, for additional damages to be awarded, they must have been reasonably foreseeable at the time the contract was made or the wrongful act occurred. This means that the party causing the damage should have been able to anticipate that such secondary losses might occur. The principle of mitigation of damages also plays a role, as the injured party is expected to take reasonable steps to minimize their losses, including any additional damages. Proving the causal link between the initial breach and the additional damages is crucial for a successful claim.