Which type of relief is sought in cases of ongoing harm?

In cases of ongoing harm, equitable relief is the type of relief sought because it aims to address situations where traditional legal remedies, such as monetary damages, would not be adequate to resolve the issue. Equitable relief typically involves actions that compel a party to do something or refrain from doing something, in order to prevent further harm or to rectify a situation where ongoing injury exists. This could include injunctions, specific performance, or other court orders designed to ensure that the harmful behavior stops or to maintain the status quo.

Compensatory relief, while it provides financial restitution for harm already suffered, does not prevent future harm. Punitive relief focuses on punishing a wrongdoer rather than directly addressing ongoing issues, and statutory relief is typically based on specific laws but may not apply directly to ongoing harm situations. Thus, equitable relief is the most fitting choice for addressing ongoing harm effectively.