Soni v. Coppedge

Sognier, Judge.

Coppedge filed suit against the Sonis, husband and wife, for attorney fees and expenses incurred in the handling of a tort claim for them against J. C. Penny; the suit was settled prior to trial. Coppedge also sought attorney fees for the instant action.

The Sonis answered, denying they had agreed to a settlement, and further claiming that the expenses incurred prior to trial were to be paid by Coppedge. The contract between the parties provided for a percentage contingent fee to be paid out of the settlement with J. C. Penny, but was silent as to any expenses incurred.

Coppedge…