Settlements and Fees for Prevailing Parties
From the National Law Journal earlier today (available here): “1st Circuit deems plaintiffs who achieved settlement ‘prevailing parties’ entitled to fees” by Sheri Qualters Parties who achieve litigation goals through settlement, as opposed to a verdict or a formal consent decree, are nonetheless “prevailing parties” eligible for attorney fees, the U.S. Court of Appeals for … Continue reading Settlements and Fees for Prevailing Parties