1D-50. Judicial review of award.
When reviewing the evidence regarding a finding by the trier of fact concerning liability for punitive damages in accordance with G.S. 1D-15(a), or regarding the amount of punitive damages awarded, the trial court shall state in a written opinion its reasons for upholding or disturbing the finding or award. In doing so, the court shall address with specificity the evidence, or lack thereof, as it bears on the liability for or the amount of punitive damages, in light of the requirements of this Chapter. (1995, c. 514, s. 1.)
Structure North Carolina General Statutes
North Carolina General Statutes
§ 1D-1 - Purpose of punitive damages.
§ 1D-10 - Scope of the Chapter.
§ 1D-15 - Standards for recovery of punitive damages.
§ 1D-20 - Election of extracompensatory remedies.
§ 1D-25 - Limitation of amount of recovery.
§ 1D-26 - Driving while impaired; exemption from cap.
§ 1D-35 - Punitive damages awards.