Judge: Michelle C. Kim, Case: 22STCV26232, Date: 2024-04-19 Tentative Ruling
Case Number: 22STCV26232 Hearing Date: April 19, 2024 Dept: 31
DEPT: | 31 |
HEARING DATE: | 04/19/2024 |
CASE NAME/NUMBER: | 22STCV26232 JOSE DUARTE, et al. vs ANTHONY KEITH SANDIFER, et al. |
PETITION TO APPROVE COMPROMISE OF PENDING ACTION OF A MINOR | Joel Reign Duarte, Age 4 |
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 agreed to settle their claims against Defendant(s) for the total amount of $33,000, with $3,000 being apportioned to Joel Reign Duarte (“Claimant”). If the settlement is approved, $19.64 will be used for medical expenses. The net balance of $2,980.36 will be delivered directly to Jose Rigoberto Duarte, the parent of Claimant.
The Court reviews the settlement and finds it fair and reasonable. Based on the foregoing, the petition is GRANTED.
Moving party is ordered to give notice.