Phillips v. Warren

McCullough, Judge.

Plaintiff Tina Jeanette Webb appeals from an order on costs and attorneys’ fees entered 20 October 2000.

On 2 December 1996, plaintiff and defendant were involved in an automobile accident. Efforts by the parties to settle this matter out of court ensued. On 12 February 1999, plaintiff was offered $6,000 by defendant’s insurance carrier. This offer was declined by plaintiff. As settlement efforts had failed, plaintiff filed suit on 12 July 1999.

Along with its answer, defendant filed an offer of judgment pursuant to Rule 68(a) on 3 August 1999. This offer was for “the total…