**Case Summary: Reasons for Decision re Costs Following Trial** **Overview:** - The motor vehicle accident occurred on January 10, 2017. - The trial was held in May and June 2023. - The jury delivered its verdict on June 6, 2023. - The jury awarded $621,755.76 in favor of the plaintiff, Lisa Majerczyk, against the defendant, Rodolfo Manalo. **Issue:** - The court was tasked with determining the appropriate amount of fees and disbursements to be paid to the plaintiff by the defendant following the trial. **Facts:** - Lisa Majerczyk (the plaintiff) and Rodolfo Manalo (the defendant) were involved in a motor vehicle accident in 2017. - The plaintiff filed a claim seeking compensation for her injuries. - Legal representation was secured by the plaintiff in August 2018. - Various legal proceedings and settlement offers transpired during the course of the case. - The trial occurred in 2023. - In 2023, the plaintiff obtained approval for CPP disability payments. **Conclusion:** - The plaintiff had requested $372,690.00 in fees plus HST on a partial indemnity basis. - The defendant contested the alleged excessive fees. - The court ultimately determined the plaintiff's fees and disbursements as follows: - Fees: Partial Indemnity Fees were set at $195,000.00. **Court Ruling:** - Pursuant to the court's decision, the defendant was obligated to pay the plaintiff $302,974.37 within 30 days from the date of the decision, covering post-trial costs.