Ruby D. Stockdale Clara Cardwell

Summary

The court held that the trial court properly pierced Seawatch's corporate veil and held Ellsworth individually liable for Seawatch's frivolous claims and defenses. It also held that Ellsworth was properly joined to the post-judgment proceedings, was properly served, and had adequate notice and opportunity to contest his individual liability before final sanctions judgments were entered. The court therefore reversed the court of appeals and remanded for reinstatement of the attorneys' fee and cost judgment.