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2014 SESSION
HB 312 Civil action; rescission of deed, etc., court may award to plaintiff reasonable attorney fees, etc.
Introduced by: David J. Toscano | all patrons ... notes | add to my profiles | history
SUMMARY AS PASSED:
Action for rescission of a deed or other instrument on grounds of undue influence; attorney fees. Provides that in any civil action to rescind a deed, contract, or other instrument, the plaintiff may be awarded reasonable attorney fees and costs associated with bringing such action where the court finds, by clear and convincing evidence, that the instrument was obtained by fraud or undue influence on the part of the defendant.
SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:
Action for rescission of a deed or other instrument on grounds of undue influence; attorney fees. Provides that in any civil action to rescind a deed, contract, or other instrument, the plaintiff is entitled to reasonable attorney fees and costs associated with bringing such action where the court finds, by clear and convincing evidence, that the instrument was obtained by fraud or undue influence on the part of the defendant.