Bella Homes and many others went out and filed frivolous lawsuits based on the "show me the note" argument. That tactic has been royally shot down. Attorney William Butler has been sanctioned to the tune of $50,000.00 for repeatedly making this totally frivolous claim in numerous lawsuits. The judge pointed out that Butler has made a cottage industry out of filing these ridiculous claims. He has filed almost 30 such suits and made a habit of judge shopping and using delay tactics. He drops and refiles cases with alarming speed. "A very large monetary sanction is necessary to deprive Butler of the incentive to continue pursuing this illegitimate business model," according to the judge. The defendant's attorney fees are also awarded.

That should discourage the legions of other attorneys / clowns that get this not so bright idea!

butler_sanctions.pdf

Thanks again to my faithful birdy!

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