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    Private law uses counterfactual reasoning to assess damages. This study proposes a principled theory, asserting that the standard counterfactual for loss determination is what would have occurred without the wrongful act, with justifiable exceptions.

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    • Law
    • Legal Theory
    • Private Law

    Background:

    • Counterfactual reasoning is crucial in private law for awarding compensatory damages.
    • The specific counterfactual used to determine loss is often unclear and varies by claim.
    • Counterfactuals are an undertheorized concept in legal scholarship.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To propose a new, principled theory and conceptualization of counterfactuals in private law.
    • To clarify the counterfactual used for determining loss in legal claims.
    • To establish a consistent framework for counterfactual reasoning in private law.

    Main Methods:

    • Conceptual analysis of legal principles.
    • Development of a theoretical framework for counterfactual reasoning.
    • Examination of existing case law and legal doctrines.

    Main Results:

    • The standard counterfactual for determining loss should be 'what would have happened without the wrong'.
    • Identifies and justifies exceptions to this standard counterfactual.
    • Proposes a unified theory for understanding counterfactuals in private law.

    Conclusions:

    • A principled theory of counterfactuals enhances clarity and consistency in private law.
    • The 'what would have happened without the wrong' counterfactual provides a robust default.
    • Normatively justifiable exceptions allow for flexibility in complex legal cases.