Judge: Cherol J. Nellon, Case: 24STCP01378, Date: 2025-01-16 Tentative Ruling



Case Number: 24STCP01378    Hearing Date: January 16, 2025    Dept: 14

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Case Background

This is a petition to compel arbitration. Petitioner alleges that it agreed to provide services, labor, equipment, and materials for Respondent’s home improvement project. The parties’ agreement contained an arbitration agreement. Respondent failed to pay according to the agreement and failed to respond to Petitioner’s communications.

On September 5, 2024, the Court granted Petitioner’s motion to compel arbitration.

On December 3, 2024, Respondent Meliba Bell filed a motion to quash service of summons.

Instant Pleading

Respondent Meliba Bell moves to quash service of summons.

Decision

This matter is CONTINUED to February 19, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. to allow Respondent to file proof of service. The motion must be served by January 31, 2025. Proof of service must be filed by February 5, 2025. Proof of service must reflect the new hearing date.

Discussion

There is no proof of service showing Respondent’s motion was served on Petitioner. This matter will be continued to February 19, 2025 at 8:30 to allow Respondent to serve Petitioner and file proof of service. Proof of service must reflect the new hearing date.

Conclusion

This matter is CONTINUED to February 19, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. to allow Respondent to file proof of service. The motion must be served by January 31, 2025. Proof of service must be filed by February 5, 2025. Proof of service must reflect the new hearing date.