This endorsement addresses a costs motion following an unsuccessful motion by Ms. Cannone-Haddad to strike Mr. Haddad's pleadings or for security for costs.
Mr. Haddad, the successful party, sought $16,861.86 in costs on a full recovery basis.
Ms. Cannone-Haddad argued for no costs or an offset against child support arrears.
The court, applying Rule 24 of the Family Law Rules, acknowledged Mr. Haddad's entitlement to costs but found the requested amount excessive and not warranting full recovery.
Considering the parties' financial difficulties, Mr. Haddad's child support arrears, and the necessity of Ms. Cannone-Haddad's initial motion to compel disclosure, the court awarded Mr. Haddad $5,000 in costs, payable after the resolution of outstanding issues.
