Does the substantial evidence rule apply to the factual findings of the trial court?

California, United States of America


The following excerpt is from G.P. v. A.P., E054201 (Cal. App. 2012):

both require appellate deference to the trial court's factual findings, particularly where the trial court's findings rest on its assessment of the credibility of witnesses. (Escobar v. Flores, supra, at p. 748 & fn. 6.) Where review of factual findings is called for, we will apply the substantial evidence rule.

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