29 Oct 2021
WILLIAMS v TELLEN SYSTEMS NZ (2013) LTD [2021] NZHC 2916
- Citation
- [2021] NZHC 2916
- Court
- High Court
Costs were to be assessed separately for each proceeding. Increased costs were not justified because lack of success on factually intensive claims alone did not prove unreasonable conduct and the dishonesty allegations did not amount to unjustified pursuit. Scale 2B costs were awarded but reduced for duplication and for time on unsuccessful matters; expert costs were halved to reflect common evidence. Result: Mr Williams awarded 2B costs of $86,721 (with a set-off to reflect Tellen's award of $41,449.50), trustees awarded $75,763, and disbursements adjusted accordingly.