Posted On:
June 25, 2008
New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act: Attorney Fees?
New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act: Attorney Fees?
If you successfully litigate a case under the Consumer Fraud Act you are entitled to an award of attorney fees that has to be approved by the court. You submit a certification to the court of the amount of hours and hourly rate also known as a loadstar amount. The court is required to provide an in depth analysis as to why the rate is proper and the hours reasonable.
My web site has some good information.