In Reciprocity States, the Court Must Rule on Contract Issues to Shift Fees, Circuit Says
Even if a dischargeability suit is based on a contract, the winner is not entitled to fee-shifting if the court rules on noncontract issues.
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Case Citation
Curtis v. Bank of the West (In re Curtis), 21-55850 (9th Cir. May 6, 2022)
Case Name
Curtis v. Bank of the West (In re Curtis)
Case Type
Business