Sanders v. Lankford

PERRY, Chief Judge.

David Lankford, d/b/a Northwestern Parts Washer, appeals from an order of the district court affirming the magistrate’s denial of costs and attorneys fees. For the reasons set forth below, we reverse and remand the case for further proceedings.

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BACKGROUND

Joann Sanders, d/b/a Bolt Staffing Services, provided temporary employees to other businesses. The business receiving the temporary employee services generally contracted with Sanders to pay her directly for the services. Sanders then paid the temporary employee. David Lankford was the president and principal shareholder of…