Security Pacific Credit Cor v. Oasis Plaza Corp.

Appellant, Security Pacific Credit Corporation (“SPCC”) appeals the denial of attorney’s fees under section 57.105, Florida Statutes (1995), against attorney-appellee, Bruce Friedlander (“Friedlander”). We reverse, because Friedlander did not act in good faith where he re-litigated claims that had already been determined to be a sham.

When Friedlander entered this case, his client’s claims had already been struck down by the trial court in another action as a sham. Thus, it was clear that these claims lacked any justiciable issue, were devoid of merit and were completely untenable. See…