Mikelson v. United Services Automobile Ass'n

Opinion of the Court by

ACOBA, J.

Plaintiff-Appellee Matthew S. Mikelson (Mikelson) filed a request for attorneys’ fees and costs pursuant to Hawai'i Revised Statutes (HRS) § 481:10-242 (1993). Defendant-Appellant United Services Automobile Association (USAA) filed a memorandum in opposition. On the grounds set forth herein, Mikelson’s request for fees is denied and his request for costs is granted.

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On June 9, 2005, Mikelson filed his request. Mikelson asserts he is “entitled to reasonable attorney’s fees and costs” pursuant to HRS § 431:10-242, see infra Part II, and Hawai'i Rules of Appellate…