Mary dated John three years ago but their relationship disintegrated because John cheated on her with another woman. Mary still harbours bitter feelings towards John over his conduct.

One day, Mary went to the bar and drank four glasses of beer. She found John there and decided to get revenge on him. She smashed a glass over the back of John's head. He collapsed and suffered a concussion, causing him to be out of work for a month. Later, John sues her in court over Mary's attack.

Discuss whether you think John would be eligible for each of the following damages:

a. General damages (also known as compensatory damages)

b. Aggravated damages

c. Punitive damages

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