Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code

§ 125.005 — ATTORNEY'S FEES AND COSTS IN ACTION UNDER CHAPTER

CP § 125.005Title 6. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS · Ch. 125. COMMON AND PUBLIC NUISANCES · Art. A. SUIT TO ABATE CERTAIN COMMON NUISANCES

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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.

Legislative history

Added by Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 807 (H.B. 1540), Sec. 9, eff. September 1, 2021.