RE: Silver Lining18 Dec 2023 10:11
Just to clarify:
Since the American rule isn’t unanimously popular, there have been multiple unsuccessful attempts to have the rule changed to English common law where the loser would pay all court costs for both parties.
Who Is Responsible for Litigation Costs?
Litigation costs are the fees spent pursuing or defending a legal claim or litigation.
These charges may include attorney’s fees, court filing fees, expert witness fees, and other costs associated with case preparation and presentation. Litigation expenses may be substantial and vary according to the complexity of the case and the length of the processes.
When it comes to who pays for these fees, the usual rule is that each party is liable for their own. The “American Rule,” implemented in the United States, is founded on the premise that each party bears the cost of their own legal fees