Facts: In Miller v. Cox, Jordan David Miller, the plaintiff, sought costs following a successful judgment against Karl Cox, the defendant. The case involved an injury during a sports event, with liability and damages being the primary issues.
Issue: The main issue was determining the appropriate costs to be awarded to Miller after winning the case. Miller sought double costs from the date of an offer made to Cox, and payment of costs related to other defendants and third parties involved in the litigation.
Court’s Ruling: The court determined that costs should be assessed according to Rule 15-1(15)-(17), capping costs at $11,000, exclusive of disbursements. The court declined to award double costs, finding the plaintiff’s offer to settle was not an objectively reasonable compromise given the risks involved in going to trial.
Costs/Damages Awarded: Miller was awarded $11,000, plus disbursements and taxes, as his costs for the action. The court reserved decision on the costs related to other parties involved in the case, pending further submissions.
