The plaintiff was wholly successful in a motion for summary judgment to enforce a settlement agreement regarding environmental pollution.
The plaintiff sought costs on a substantial indemnity basis, arguing the defendant overtly breached its settlement obligations and engaged in dilatory tactics.
The court found the defendant's conduct to be reprehensible, including attempting to secretly transfer assets and blocking remedial work.
The court awarded the plaintiff substantial indemnity costs in the amount of $212,532.99.
