In Calculating Ratio of Punitive Damages to Compensatory Damages, Compensatory Damages Should Include Brandt Fees, Whether Such Fees Are Awarded by Jury as Part of Verdict or by Trial Judge after Verdict
In calculating whether the ratio of punitive damages to compensatory damages is constitutionally excessive, the amount of compensatory damages should include attorney’s fees awarded pursuant to Brandt v. Superior Court (1985) 37 Cal.3d 813, whether those fees are awarded by … Read More