Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 42, October 19, 2024
Rule 2744 - Further Costs. Counsel Fees. Damages for DelayIn addition to other costs allowable by general rule or Act of Assembly, an appellate court may award as further costs damages as may be just, including
(1) a reasonable counsel fee and(2) damages for delay at the rate of 6% per annum in addition to legal interest, if it determines that an appeal is frivolous or taken solely for delay or that the conduct of the participant against whom costs are to be imposed is dilatory, obdurate or vexatious. The appellate court may remand the case to the trial court to determine the amount of damages authorized by this rule.The provisions of this Rule 2744 amended through June 28, 1985, effective 7/20/1985, 15 Pa.B. 2636.