Putting the Cart Before the Horse: The Need to Re-Examine Damage Caps in California's Elder Abuse Act.

Analyzes the damage caps imposed on plaintiffs who bring medical malpractice claims against health care providers in California. Examination of developments in the amendment of the Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act (EADACPA) allowing for enhanced remedies; Provisions of the EADACPA; Evaluation of public policies behind California's caps on medical malpractice actions.