Compensation and punishment: 'Justice' depends on whether or not we're a victim

Wednesday, October 29, 2014 - 04:01 in Psychology & Sociology

We’re more likely to punish wrongdoing as a third party to a non-violent offense than when we’re victimized by it, according to a new study. The findings may offer insights into how juries differ from plaintiffs in seeking to restore justice.

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