What is the test for making a claim against a defendant for excessive damages?

California, United States of America


The following excerpt is from People v. Porras, D064912 (Cal. App. 2014):

determination that can and should be brought to the trial court's attention if the defendant believes the award is excessive." (People v. Garcia (2010) 185 Cal.App.4th 1203, 1218.)

The judgment is affirmed.

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