Judge: Michelle C. Kim, Case: 20STCV47029, Date: 2023-07-21 Tentative Ruling
Case Number: 20STCV47029 Hearing Date: October 6, 2023 Dept: 31
DEPT: | 31 |
HEARING DATE: | 10/06/2023 |
CASE NAME/NUMBER: | 20STCV47029 SHEENA WAIGHT, et al. vs MARK WILLIAM MANN, et al. |
PETITION TO APPROVE COMPROMISE OF PENDING ACTION OF A MINOR | Tahj Stephens, Age 14 |
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.¿¿
The Court has reviewed the Petition to Approve Compromise of Pending Action of a Minor Tahj Stephens (“Claimant”), Age 14.
Plaintiffs have agreed to settle their claims for the total amount of $120,000.00, with $105,000 being apportioned to Claimant. If the settlement is approved, $845.43 will be used for medical expenses, $26,250 for attorney fees, and $585.10 for costs. The net balance of $77,319.47 will be deposited into a blocked account.
The Court has reviewed the settlement and finds it fair and reasonable.¿ The Court also finds the attorneys’ fees fair and reasonable, in that it amounts to 25% of Claimant’s settlement.¿¿¿¿
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.