If a guardian or committee commit waste of the estate of his ward, he shall be liable to the ward, at the expiration of his guardianship, for damages.

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Terms Used In West Virginia Code 37-7-3

  • Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
  • Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.