This case, Fogerty v. Fantasy, Inc., became precedent when the U.S. Supreme Court (1993) overturned lower court rulings and decided that Fogerty could be awarded attorneys' fees without having to show that Zaentz's original suit was frivolous. The lower courts then decided that Fogerty should be awarded his attorney fees, totaling $1,347,519.15.
This case, Fogerty v. Fantasy, Inc., established a ruling when the U.S. Supreme Court (1993) overturned earlier court decisions and decided that Fogerty could receive attorneys' fees without having to prove that Zaentz's initial lawsuit was unfounded. The lower courts then ruled in favor of Fogerty, awarding him $1,347,519.15 in attorney fees.