Roddy v. County of Maricopa

OPINION

EHRLICH, Judge.

This appeal raises the issue whether the successful party to superior court litigation may be required to pay jury fees. We conclude that such an assessment is improper.

FACTS AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY

David Roddy filed a complaint in Maricopa County Superior Court against Maricopa County and other defendants alleging medical malpractice and negligence. The jury found in favor of all defendants. The court then entered judgment assessing jury fees and mileage of $2892.00 jointly and severally against Roddy and the defendants. On the county’s motion to alter or amend the…