In trespass the plaintiff declares to 40l damages ; upon not guilty pleaded by the defendant, a verdict gives 49l damages with costs of suit to the plaintiff ; the plaintiff releases 9l. Of the damages, and has judgment for the 40l. damages, with the costs. Damages are for the wrong done before the writ purchased. Costs are pro expensis litis.
Citations:
[1220] EngR 57, (1220-1623) Jenk 288, (1220) 145 ER 208 (B)
Links:
Torts – Other, Costs
Updated: 18 May 2022; Ref: scu.460969