Alternative Dispute Resolution
Dec. 31, 2016
Torts of another and the fight for fees
The tort of another doctrine allows a California plaintiff or cross-complainant to seek all of his attorney fees as damages from an adverse party, even where there is no statutory or contractual basis for attorney fees. By Ike M. Kaludi Jr.
Ike M. Kaludi
828 San Pablo Ave
Albany , California 94706-1678
Phone: (415) 967-4900
Email: ike@courtlawyerca.com
UC Hastings COL
Ike M. Kaludi Jr. is a founding member and partner with the Kaludi Insdorf Law Group.
The tort of another doctrine allows a California plaintiff or cross-complainant to seek all of his attorney fees as damages from an adverse party, even where there is no statutory or contractual basis for attorney fees. Both newer and more seasoned attorneys can benefit from identifying the signs of this powerful but often overlooked tool. Signs of a potential tort of another (TOA) claim include a tort caused by a third-party ...
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