Local Rule L.R. 54-1: Determination of Prevailing Party
C.D. Cal. — Civil rule
L.R. 54-1 Determination of Prevailing Party. The "prevailing party" entitled to costs under F.R.Civ.P. 54(d) is the party in whose favor judgment is entered, unless otherwise determined by the Court. When a case is dismissed or otherwise terminated voluntarily, the Court may, upon request, determine the prevailing party.