Judge: Michelle C. Kim, Case: 21STCV46427, Date: 2023-08-25 Tentative Ruling
Case Number: 21STCV46427 Hearing Date: April 12, 2024 Dept: 31
DEPT: | 31 |
HEARING DATE: | 04/12/2024 |
CASE NAME/NUMBER: | 21STCV46427 ZHEN ZHOU, et al. vs TINGTING YOU, et al. |
PETITION TO APPROVE COMPROMISE OF PENDING ACTION OF A MINOR | Laura Zhou, Age 6 |
RECOMMENDATION: | GRANT |
TENTATIVE¿
The Court excuses the personal appearance of Claimant and her parent. Counsel may appear by telephone or video conference call.¿
Plaintiffs have agreed to settle their claims against Defendants for the total amount of $550,000, with $50,000 being apportioned to Laura Zhou (“Claimant”). Claimant is not a party to this action. However, Claimant is a recipient to the settlement agreement between the parties to resolve all claims related to the underlying incident. If the settlement is approved, $12,500 will be used for attorneys’ fees. The net balance of $37,500 will be deposited into a blocked account.
The Court reviews the settlement and finds it fair and reasonable.¿The Court also finds the attorney’s fees fair and reasonable, in that it amounts to 25% of Claimant’s settlement. 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.