Intro: In a recent ruling of 26 November 2021, the Court of Cassation considered that offering apologies can constitute compensation in kind for moral damage suffered and, therefore, can be claimed in court.[1]
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[1] Cass., RG C.20.0578.F, 26 November 2021 (X. Y. / ÉTAT BELGE), www.juridat.be.