LAST EDITED ON May-31-03 AT 04:19 PM (EST)
 
The biggest time waster was Steve Thomas who was highly motivated to run the clock with nonanswers and constant requests to restate the question. Each side was footing the bill according to time spent for their side of the time clock. It appears ST seemed to appreciate and respect that running of the clock (and corresponding billing) a little more when the Plaintiff's lawyer was 'on the clock'. On occasion he even tried to assist NYL in getting to the point. OTH, he seemed obstructive (along with his representative, Mr. Diamond) and intent on running the clock when it was under the Defendant's 'dime'.