This article outlines preliminary injunctions, explains the hearing process, and provides a downloadable sample motion. If the plaintiff is successful at trial, a permanent injunction is issued.Unlike TROs, there is no limitation on the duration of a preliminary injunction. Amended Complaint for Injunctive Relief and Other Damages. The POAs sought damages and injunctive relief. But that's not how the legal system works. "actionable for nominal damages without proof of actual injury. (d) Type of relief granted and the claimant's burden to prove damages. They provide a right of action where § 1983 might otherwise not, but allow only injunctive relief at equity, rather than damages. In this appeal the McCauleys contend that the chancellor erred in not awarding them injunctive relief and damages.