Judge: Michelle C. Kim, Case: 22STCV05127, Date: 2024-01-18 Tentative Ruling
Case Number: 22STCV05127 Hearing Date: March 5, 2024 Dept: 31
DEPT: | 31 |
HEARING DATE: | 03/05/2024 |
CASE NAME/NUMBER: | 22STCV05127 SONIA BURCIAGA VASQUEZ, et al. vs ELIZABETH VILLANUEVA, et al. |
PETITION TO APPROVE COMPROMISE OF PENDING ACTION OF A MINOR | Jayden Vargas, 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.¿
Plaintiffs have agreed to settle their claims against Defendants for the total amount of $13,000, with $2,500 being apportioned to Jayden Vargas (“Claimant”). If the settlement is approved, $500 will be used for medical expenses, and $625 will be used for attorneys’ fees. The net balance of $1,375 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.