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John Melis, Lawyer
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please tell me more about your issue with the OC
Ok, Thank you
I advise, the person Moshe Leyzerman who is the second applicant is facing a serious risk of a claim against the individually, where the OC refuses to settle the matter, or a costs order os raised against the applicant.
I have been involved in numerous case of these types and the risk the 2nd application is high on the matter.
On the immediate facts that have been raised the OC can raise a cost invoice to the second applicant if they are the party that initiated the claim
But if there was a resolution passed that the OC agreed to the claim process then the OC is jointly liable to the costs associated.
Does this help with your question today?
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