Harris v. Schuetz

On December 11, 1996, Maxine Harris claim for workers compensation was denied by the Division. She requested a hearing on December 19, 1996. On March 12, 1997, Harris filed a Petition for Writ of Mandamus against Wendy L. Schuetz, the principal claims analyst for the Division. On March 20, 1997, an order to appear and show cause was issued to Schuetz and served on her at her office. On April 8, 1997, Harris filed a notice of dismissal without prejudice in the action, and her attorney, Painter, filed a motion for an award of attorneys fees in the amount of $225.00. The district court issued a decision letter which stated: