The defendant was successful on a motion for particulars and sought costs of $13,511.02.
The plaintiff argued for no costs or $1,500, noting the excessive time spent by the defendant's counsel.
The court considered the defendant's offer to settle, the principle of proportionality, and the factors under Rule 57.01(1) of the Rules of Civil Procedure.
The court fixed costs payable to the defendant at $8,000 all-inclusive.
