A costs endorsement following a motion in construction-related litigation involving multiple parties.
The court held that two parties were entitled to independent representation on the motion but found the motion unnecessary because the governing law was clear.
Although the responding parties had a right to bring the dispute before the court, the court emphasized that unsuccessful litigants cannot expect to avoid meaningful cost consequences.
Substantial indemnity costs were declined, and proportionality concerns were considered due to the relatively small claims involved.
Costs were fixed at $5,903.60 for each successful party, payable by the opposing parties in equal shares.
