Judge: Michelle C. Kim, Case: 22STCV31523, Date: 2023-10-09 Tentative Ruling
Case Number: 22STCV31523 Hearing Date: October 9, 2023 Dept: 31
DEPT: | 31 |
HEARING DATE: | 10/09/2023 |
CASE NAME/NUMBER: | 22STCV31523 BROOKLYN JONES vs CITY OF LONG BEACH |
PETITION TO APPROVE COMPROMISE OF PENDING ACTION OF A MINOR | BROOKLYN JONES, Age 9 |
RECOMMENDATION: | GRANT |
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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.¿
Claimant Brooklyn Jones (“Claimant”) has agreed to settle her claim against Defendant for the total amount of $300,000. If the settlement is approved, $0 will be used for medical expenses, $105,000 for attorneys’ fees, and $3,729.60 will be used for costs. The net balance of $191,270.40 will be invested in a single-premium deferred annuity, subject to withdrawal only on authorization of the court.
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The Court has reviewed the settlement and finds it fair and reasonable. Petitioner requests 35% of Claimant’s settlement for attorney’s fees. Here, the Court is satisfied with Counsel’s declaration justifying the fee.
The Court sets an Order to Show Cause Re: Compliance: Proof of Purchase of Annuity(ies) on____________________ IN DEPARTMENT SS-31 AT 8:30 AM.¿¿¿
Moving party is ordered to give notice.