. . . he ruled in favor of the Bride to the tune of one half the money back and court costs. > > Now comes the question: to pay or to appeal? > ------------------ I have not been in this situation, but I grew up with lawyers in the family and have several as friends. Take this advice for what you are paying for it. Consult a lawyer, if you have not already done so. Lawyers have sayings about clients that are convinced of the utter justice and moral certitude of _their_ case. I cannot remember them, exactly, but none are flattering. Nathan