Where proposed claims against multiple respondent groups are separate and each alleges fraud, each group is entitled to separate representation for costs purposes, even where there is overlap between the issues. Indemnity costs may be awarded where fraud claims against a party lack any factual basis in the pleading. Success on a summary judgment application and in opposing leave to appeal does not, without more, constitute a special reason justifying departure from standard costs.
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