Legal Opinion
Seckinger v. Vessel, Excalibur
Court of Appeals of South Carolina
Decided March 3, 1997No. 2641PublishedCited by 9 opinions
1Opinion of the Court
HOWARD, Judge:
In this maritime lien action Richard P. McDonnell, III, the owner of the sailing vessel “Excalibur,” appeals the denial of attorney fees. Following a jury verdict, McDonnell claims a statutory entitlement to the fees as the prevailing party. We affirm. 1
FACTS
Mark Seckinger made a claim against McDonnell for repairs and tackle provided to the sailing vessel, Excalibur. He sued McDonnell for breach of contract, seeking damages in the amount of $2,131.01. He asserted a maritime lien against the vessel pursuant to § 29-9-50. Seckinger then conveyed a written offer to settle for…
2Cases cited15 opinions
- Buza v. Columbia Lumber CompanyAlaska Supreme Court · 1964
- Blumberg v. Nealco, Inc.Supreme Court of South Carolina · 1993
- Higgins v. StateSupreme Court of South Carolina · 1992
- Horn v. Davis Electrical Constructors, Inc.Supreme Court of South Carolina · 1992
- Heath v. County of AikenSupreme Court of South Carolina · 1990
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