The judge’s mere awareness and approval of the terms of the settlement agreement do not suffice to make them part of his...
They are gamblin' on the fact if they pad another $120k in fees, that allows judge to lodestar "reduce" to full original...
The Court finds that it should award Plaintiffs $1,000.00 in statutory damages, $9,000 in punitive damages, attorney fees and expenses.
Engagement of Attorneys allowed Plaintiffs to submit a feasible plan, disburse a total of $105, 877.52 to creditors and receive a discharge.