Judge: Michelle C. Kim, Case: 18STCV04319, Date: 2023-11-14 Tentative Ruling
Case Number: 18STCV04319 Hearing Date: February 16, 2024 Dept: 31
DEPT: | 31 |
HEARING DATE: | 02/16/2024 |
CASE NAME/NUMBER: | 18STCV04319 MAHTAB NATANZADEH vs SHELDON SOURAY, et al. |
PETITION TO APPROVE COMPROMISE OF PENDING ACTION OF A MINOR | MAHTAB NATANZADEH, Age 17 |
RECOMMENDATION: | GRANT |
TENTATIVE¿
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The Court excuses the personal appearance of Claimant and the guardian ad litem. Counsel may appear by telephone or video conference call.¿
Claimant Mahtab Natanzadeh (“Claimant”) agreed to settle her claims against Defendants for the total amount of $135,000. If the settlement is approved, $5,536.34 will be used for medical expenses, $45,000 for attorneys’ fees, and $9,188.96 will be used for costs. The net balance of $75,274.70 will be deposited into a blocked account.
The Court reviews the petition and finds it fair and reasonable. The Court also finds the attorney’s fees in the amount of 33.33% of Claimant’s settlement to be fair and reasonable. Based on the foregoing, the petition is GRANTED.
The Court sets an OSC Re Proof of Deposit on ___________________in Department SS-31 at 8:30 AM. No appearance required if receipt is filed in advance.
Moving party is ordered to give notice.