Judge: Michelle C. Kim, Case: 22STCV28926, Date: 2024-06-05 Tentative Ruling
Case Number: 22STCV28926 Hearing Date: June 5, 2024 Dept: 31
DEPT: | 31 |
HEARING DATE: | 06/05/2024 |
CASE NAME/NUMBER: | 22STCV28926 DAVID CASILLAS, et al. vs CITY OF COVINA, A PUBLIC ENTITY... |
PETITION TO APPROVE COMPROMISE OF PENDING ACTION OF A MINOR | DAVID CASILLAS, Age 13 |
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.¿
Plaintiff/Claimant David Casillas (“Claimant”) agreed to settle his claims against Defendant for the total amount of $50,000. If the settlement is approved, $7,280.52 will be used for medical expenses, $16,666.67 will be used for attorneys’ fees, and $760.24 will be used for costs. The net balance of $25,292.57 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 Plaintiff’s counsel’s declaration supports the amount of 33.33% 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.