Judge: Michelle C. Kim, Case: 23STCV06244, Date: 2024-05-30 Tentative Ruling
Case Number: 23STCV06244 Hearing Date: May 30, 2024 Dept: 31
DEPT: | 31 |
HEARING DATE: | 05/30/2024 |
CASE NAME/NUMBER: | 23STCV06244 DELIA CABALLEROS, et al. vs MARCOS SANCHEZ, et al. |
PETITION TO APPROVE COMPROMISE OF PENDING ACTION OF A MINOR | Jayden Velasquez, Age 11 |
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 Defendants for the total amount of $25,383, with $10,383 being apportioned to Jayden Velasquez (“Claimant”). If the settlement is approved, $439.55 will be used for medical expenses, $2,595.75 will be used for attorneys’ fees. The net balance of $7,347.70 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.