McDowell
McDowell v. Watson
Opinion
Opinion
McKINSTER, J.
Challenging various approvals given by the County of Riverside to a development on land owned by William Watson, Eion and Clara McDowell unsuccessfully petitioned the trial court for a writ of mandate and injunction. After the trial court denied the McDowells’ petition, Watson moved for attorney’s fees pursuant to Code of Civil Procedure section 1021.1 and for sanctions pursuant to Public Resources Code section 21167.8. The trial court denied both motions. Watson appeals. Finding no abuse of discretion, we affirm.
Issues on Appeal
Regarding the denial of the motion for attorney’s fees pursuant to Code of Civil Procedure section 1021.1, was the gravamen of the cause of action asserted by the McDowells one for injunctive relief?
Regarding the denial of the motion for sanctions pursuant to Public Resources Code section 21167.8, were the McDowells required by statute to personally attend the settlement meeting? If they were not, did the trial court abuse its discretion in denying the motion as to their counsel?
Discussion
A. The Motion for Attorney’s Fees Pursuant to Code of Civil Procedure Section 1021.1 Was Properly Denied.