Judge: Lynne M. Hobbs, Case: 20STCV42889, Date: 2024-02-29 Tentative Ruling

Case Number: 20STCV42889    Hearing Date: February 29, 2024    Dept: 30

BLABER, et al. vs WESTLAKE PROPERTIES, INC., et al.

TENTATIVE

The Court excuses the personal appearance of the claimant and the guardian ad litem. Counsel may appear by telephone or video conference call.

The Court has reviewed the Petition to Approve Compromise of Disputed Claim of a Minor. The Court finds the settlement is reasonable, however, the following defects preclude the granting of the petition at this time:

(1) The medical records have not been filed.

(2) Item 13b of the petition seeks costs in the amount of $1,538.05 but they are not listed under the summary, item 16. Instead, they are added to the amount sought in attorney fees. To avoid confusion, the attorney fees under item 16c should say $20,500. The $6,136.92 should be added to the medical expenses and listed under item 16b of the petition. The costs in the amount of $1,538.05 should be listed separately as expenses (other than medical) under item 16d.

(3) $21,506.88 is sought for medical expenses from Carelon, which are not listed on item 12b(5)b or the corresponding attachment of the petition.

(4) There are no medical bills, liens or reduction agreements from any medical provider.

(5) Defendant has not been served with the petition.

Accordingly, the petition is CONTINUED. Counsel is ordered to file a new petition correcting the defects and serve Defendant and file proof of service.

Moving party is ordered to give notice.