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61 GARDEN STATE HIGHWAY PRODUCTS, INC v. VINELAND COOPERATIVE PRODUCE AUCTION ASSOCIATION INC -- rank: 628

... She awarded attorneys' fees and costs to defendant pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1(a)(1) and Rule 1:4-8. On appeal ... 278.71 in litigation costs. Plaintiff appealed from the order. N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1 addresses the frivolous conduct of litigants, stating a party ... cross-claim or defense of the nonprevailing person was frivolous." N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1(a)(1). "[O]n the basis of the pleadings ... argument for an extension, modification or reversal of existing law. [ N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1(b).] "Where a party has [a] reasonable and good ... 546 , 561-62 (1993)). 1 The legislative intent in adopting N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1 reflect a need to exercise judicial discretion when reviewing ... argument for the extension, modification or reversal of existing law." N.J.S.A . 2A:15-59.1(b)(2). The award follows the statutory purpose ...

docket:	a2377-14
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2016-09-01
status:	unpublished
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62 ADS Associates Group, Inc. v. Oritani Savings Bank -- rank: 628

... authorization in violation of New Jersey’s Frivolous Litigation Statute, N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1. Oritani also asserted cross-claims against Sanchez. 6 Prior ... the counterclaim alleging that plaintiffs violated the Frivolous Litigation Statute, N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1. Plaintiffs’ sole remaining claim -- for Oritani’s alleged violation ...

docket:	A-114-11
court:	NJ Supreme Court
decided:	2014-09-30
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63 KING TRANSCRIPTION SERVICES, LLC v. PHOENIX TRANSCRIPTION, LLC -- rank: 628

... frivolous claim sanctions authorized by Rule 1:4-8 and N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1. King agreed to dismiss its claim against Mazza without ... rule, Rule 1:4-8, and the frivolous claim statute, N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1. Because the trial court's sanction and fee award ...

docket:	a5034-15
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2019-03-19
status:	Unpublished
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64 T.G. v. PHILIP L. KAPLAN Ph.D -- rank: 628

... award of attorneys' fees for frivolous claims is governed by N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1 and Rule 1:4-8. The judge reasoned that ... so by her lawyer, warrants the imposition of sanctions. Under N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1(a)(1), a court may award attorneys' fees to ... argument for an extension, modification or reversal of existing law. [ N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1(b).] Here, the trial court denied D.N.'s ...

docket:	a5523-08
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2011-03-23
status:	unpublished
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65 LINA DA SILVA v. AMARO DA SILVA -- rank: 628

... to justify expenditures of [plaintiff].' The court concluded plaintiff violated N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1 because her complaint 'was commenced and continued in bad ... against a party are governed by the Frivolous Litigation Statute, N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1.' Bove v. AkPharma, Inc., 460 N.J. Super. 123 ... Allstate, 306 N.J. Super. 106, 113 (App. Div. 1997)). N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1 outlines the conditions under which counsel fees can be ... cross-claim or defense of the nonprevailing person was frivolous. [N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1(a)(1).] It continues: In order to find that ... modification or reversal of existing law. A-2326-20 26 [N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1(b).] With these principles in mind, we have carefully ...

docket:	a2326-20
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2022-09-29
status:	Unpublished
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66 ASSOCIATED HUMANE SOCIETIES, INC v. MERRILL LYNCH -- rank: 628

... that the complaint, counterclaim, cross-claim, or defense is frivolous. N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1. There are two bases on which a claim or ... argument for an extension, modification or reversal of existing law. [ N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1(b).] A claim or defense is considered frivolous when ... Castle Hotel & Casino , 132 N.J. 546 , 561 (1993) (quoting N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1(b)(1)). An honest attempt to pursue a perceived ... them. The arbitration panel denied all claims against Barth. 2 N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1. 3 N.J.S.A. 2A:15-5.12 ...

docket:	a0210-13
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2014-10-29
status:	unpublished
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67 DR. CARLO E. AMATO v. MICHAEL CORTESE and SAUNDRA CORTESE -- rank: 622

... moved for an award of attorneys' fees and costs under N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1, alleging that Amato's UFTA claim against her was ... that party's attorneys for pursuing frivolous litigation, relying on N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1 and Rule 1:4-8(d). 12 A claim ... purpose of harassment, delay or malicious injury' in violation of N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1(b)(1)." McKeown-Brand , supra , 132 N.J. at ... frivolous-litigation application. Again, we disagree. We note initially that N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1 is not applicable to Saundra's motion because it ... adopted Rule 1:4-8(d) following its determination that N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1 applied only to litigants and not their attorneys. McKeown ...

docket:	a5518-12
court:	New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2015-08-21
status:	Published
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68 HI-WAY BLOCK PATIO INC v. JOHN JOHNSTON -- rank: 622

... of frivolous litigation sanctions under Rule 1:4-8 and N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1. We affirm in part and vacate and remand in ... reconsideration or defendant would seek frivolous litigation sanctions pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1 and Rule 1:4-8. Plaintiff did not withdraw ... there is no showing the attorney acted in bad faith). N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1(a)(1), which governs frivolous litigation sanctions against parties ... argument for an extension, modification or reversal of existing law. [N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1(b).] The frivolous litigation statute is interpreted restrictively. DeBrango ... on the party who seeks fees and costs pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1.' Ferolito v. Park Hill Ass'n, 408 N.J ... for imposing sanctions along with who is responsible and why. N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1(b); R. 1:4-8(d). Finally, an ...

docket:	a1457-18
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2019-10-29
status:	Unpublished
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69 GUS VITALE t/a G. VITALE CONSTRUCTION, v. SCOTT MOLIN, MAUREEN MOLIN, MEL'S PARTY, INC. -- rank: 622

... sanctions against him, pursuant to Rule 1:4-8, and N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1, the Frivolous Claim Statute. We affirm. I On June ... and attorney's fees under Rule 1:4-8 and N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1, and Defendants expressly reserve the right to move for ... fees and costs pursuant to Rule 1:4-8 and N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1. Hecker did not file any opposition. On April 28 ... 181 , 193 (App. Div. 2005). Rule 1:4-8 supplements N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1, which permits the trial judge to award: all reasonable ... cross-claim or defense of the nonprevailing person was frivolous. [ N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1a(1).] To find a complaint frivolous, the judge must ... argument for an extension, modification or reversal of existing law. [ N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1b(1)-(2); Gooch v. Choice Entertaining Corp. , 355 ...

docket:	A2576-06
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2007-12-27
status:	unpublished
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70 EBENEZER ODUKOYA VS. TEMITOPE SOBAMOWO, ET AL. -- rank: 620

... awarded counsel fees to defendants under the frivolous litigation statute, N.J.S.A. 2A:15- 59.1. The judge found 'the filing of th[e] complaint ... because he found plaintiff's complaint to be frivolous under N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1, based on the unambiguous provisions in the settlement agreement. N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1 serves a dual purpose. Toll Bros., Inc. v. Twp ... claim[,] or defense of the non[-]prevailing person was frivolous.' N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1(a)(1). A complaint, counterclaim, cross- claim, or defense ... solely for the purpose of harassment, delay[,] or malicious injury,' N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1(b)(1), or if '[t]he non[-]prevailing party ...

docket:	a3593-21
court:	appellate
decided:	2024-05-20
status:	Unpublished
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71 CUYLER BURK, LLP v. ROBERT M. SILVERMAN -- rank: 620

... s complaint, plaintiff filed a motion for sanctions pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1 and Rule 1:4-8. In a written opinion ... rule itself." Van Horn , supra , 80 N.J. at 538. N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1, the frivolous litigation statute, is one of the few ... counterclaim had no factual basis. An applicant for fees under N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1 must also demonstrate that the claim was filed in ... granting the plaintiff's motion for attorneys' fees pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1a, the judge found that the counterclaim was asserted in ... and harassment. Therefore, defendant's counterclaim constitutes "frivolous litigation" under N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59-1. [ Ibid. ] This case is remarkably similar to Deutch & Shur ...

docket:	A0208-06
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2007-10-09
status:	published
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72 P.J. SMITH ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS, INC v. NORTH PLAINFIELD BOARD OF EDUCATION -- rank: 620

... attorney's fees and costs under the frivolous litigation statute, N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1, and Rule 1:4-8. The trial judge concluded ... 419 , 432 (App. Div. 2007)). " Rule 1:4-8 supplements N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1, which is the frivolous claim statute." Masone v. Levine ... who prevails in a civil action" is entitled to . . . relief. N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1(a)(1). And, "imposition of sanctions under the statute ... be used in determining an award for fees pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1." Masone , supra , 382 N.J. Super. at 193; see ... solely for the purpose of harassment, delay or malicious injury." N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1(b)(1). Alternatively, pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1(b)(2), the litigation may be deemed frivolous ...

docket:	a1853-11
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2013-09-25
status:	unpublished
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73 /usr/local/share/www/libweb/collections/courts/appellate/a3738-18.opn.html -- rank: 617

... complaint was frivolous or was brought in bad faith under N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1. Plaintiff's counsel further emphasized that the PDVA authorized ... perjured A-3738-18T3 6 testimony or suborned perjured testimony, N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1 permits the award of counsel fees in order to ... Roth, 248 N.J. Super. 133, 141 (App. Div. 1995)). N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1a(1) authorizes an award of attorneys' fees if the ... argument for an extension, modification or reversal of existing law. [ N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1b(1) to -59.1b(2).] Rule 1:4-8 ... a party other than a pro se party pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1.' In Bove v. AkPharma Inc., we held: Strict compliance ... may receive for costs and fees, the public policies underlying N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1 militate in favor of requiring that claims against ...

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74 THE STAUBACH COMPANY OF PENNSYLVANIA v. GALLOWAY AUTOMOTIVE LLC. -- rank: 617

... defendant, Eastern Reach, LLC, pursuant to the Frivolous Litigation statute, N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1(b). We affirm. I. On November 25, 2005, defendants ... Johnson concluded that any fees awarded to Eastern Reach under N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1(b) would start to run on February 4, 2008 ... to impose sanctions against a party whose pleading is "frivolous." N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1(a)(1). A complaint will be deemed "frivolous" under ... argument for an extension, modification or reversal of existing law. [ N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1(b)(2).] With these principles as background, we turn ... seeking sanctions need only demonstrate that the pleading was "frivolous," N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1(a)(1), which merely requires a showing that "[t ... argument for an extension, modification or reversal of existing law." N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1(b)(2). Staubach presented no proof that Eastern ...

docket:	a4512-08
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2010-12-03
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75 CAESAR D. BRAZZA, ESQ v. STUART KAGEN, ESQ. -- rank: 614

... the state court action under Rule 1:4-8 and N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1. The Reilly defendants served a similar notice. In lieu ... moved for sanctions pursuant to Rule 1:4-8 and N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1. Defendants sought attorney's fees of approximately $100,000 ... erred in denying their post-judgment application for sanctions under N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1 and Rule 1:4-8. We disagree. We review ... Twp. of W. Windsor, 190 N.J. 61, 67 (2007). N.J.S.A. 2A:15-59.1 governs '[a]n award of fees against a party ... an extension, modification or reversal of existing law.' Ibid. (quoting N.J.S.A. 2A:15- 59.1(b)(1)-(2)). Rule 1:4-8 allows courts ...

docket:	a1991-21
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2023-07-10
status:	Unpublished
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