Section 70-4-9 - Joinder of actions; attorney's fees; costs

Any number of persons claiming liens may join in the same action, and when separate actions are commenced the court may consolidate them. The court may also allow as a part of the costs the moneys paid for filing and recording the lien, and reasonable attorney's fees in the trial and appellate courts. History: Laws 1931, ch. 11, § 9; 1941 Comp., § 69-409; 1953 Comp., § 65-5-9. ANNOTATIONSCross references. — For joinder of parties, see Rule 1-020A NMRA. For consolidation of actions, see Rule 1-042C NMRA.