Parodi v. Budetti

OPINION

Appellant Raymond J. Parodi (Parodi) filed actions asserting claims for breach of contract, quantum meruit and foreclosure on a mechanic’s lien against respondents Frank and Loretta Budetti (Budettis). Although the net verdict on the claims favored Parodi, the district court awarded attorney’s fees and costs to the Budettis based upon an oral offer of judgment. Parodi contends the district court erred when it determined the Budettis to be the prevailing party for purposes of awarding attorney’s fees and costs of suit. We agree.

FACTS

Parodi contracted with the Budettis to supply labor…