Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 125.005 · Subchapter A. SUIT TO ABATE CERTAIN COMMON NUISANCES
ATTORNEY'S FEES AND COSTS IN ACTION UNDER CHAPTER.
Text — Current through the 89th 2nd Called Legislative Session, 2025
In an action brought under this chapter, the court may award a prevailing party reasonable attorney's fees in addition to costs incurred in bringing the action. In determining the amount of attorney's fees, the court shall consider:
(1) the time and labor involved;
(2) the novelty and difficulty of the questions;
(3) the expertise, reputation, and ability of the attorney; and
(4) any other factor considered relevant by the court.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Added by Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 807 (H.B. 1540), Sec. 9, eff. September 1, 2021.
Source of truth
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- Current through the 89th 2nd Called Legislative Session, 2025
- Official file
- https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/CP/htm/CP.125.htm
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