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Cohen v. Cowles Media Co.

Citations: 481 N.W.2d 840; 1992 Minn. LEXIS 120Docket: Nos. C8-88-2631, C0-88-2672

Court: Supreme Court of Minnesota; March 16, 1992; Minnesota; State Supreme Court

Narrative Opinion Summary

Petitioner-defendants Cowles Media Company and Northwest Publications have submitted a petition for rehearing regarding the entitlement of plaintiff Cohen to pre- and post-judgment interest. The court remands this matter to the trial court for evaluation, specifically referencing Hodder v. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., 426 N.W.2d 826, 841 n. 17 (Minn. 1988) for guidance on prejudgment interest. Additionally, Cohen's motion for Rule 11 sanctions and attorney fees in relation to the petition for rehearing is denied.

Legal Issues Addressed

Denial of Sanctions and Attorney Fees under Rule 11

Application: The court denies Cohen's request for Rule 11 sanctions and attorney fees related to the petition for rehearing.

Reasoning: Additionally, Cohen's motion for Rule 11 sanctions and attorney fees in relation to the petition for rehearing is denied.

Prejudgment Interest Entitlement

Application: The court remands the issue of prejudgment interest for evaluation by the trial court, guided by precedent.

Reasoning: The court remands this matter to the trial court for evaluation, specifically referencing Hodder v. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., 426 N.W.2d 826, 841 n. 17 (Minn. 1988) for guidance on prejudgment interest.