In the Matter of Brea Price

(48) Tentative Ruling

Re: In the Matter of Brea Price Superior Court Case No. 26CU01534

Hearing Date: July 14, 2026 (Dept. 403)

Motion: Petition to Compromise Minor’s Claim

Tentative Ruling:

To deny, without prejudice, the petition to approve the compromised claim of minor Brea Price. Petitioner must file an amended petition, with appropriate supporting papers and proposed orders, and obtain a new hearing date for consideration of the amended petition. (Super. Ct. Fresno County, Local Rules, rule 2.8.4.)

If oral argument is timely requested, such argument will be heard on Thursday July 16, 2026 at 3:30 pm.

Explanation:

The petition submitted by petitioner seeks approval of the settlement of the personal injury claim of minor Brea Price (“minor”) against Mia Amor Hernandez, by and through their insurer, Geico Insurance. There are issues with the petition that prevent approval.

The petition must be on form MC-350, verified by the petitioner and include all information having bearing on the reasonableness of the compromise. (Cal. Rules of Court, rule 7.950; Super. Ct. Fresno County, Local Rules, rule 2.8.4.)

The petition at Item 8 indicates the minor’s injuries identified in the petition have resolved completely. The medical records attached do not reflect that the injuries have resolved. The only medical record attached was from the date of the incident, September 5, 2025, which indicated the minor had back and knee pain. This does not support the representation that the injuries have fully resolved.

Pursuant to California Rules of Court, rule 3.1312(a), and Code of Civil Procedure section 1019.5, subdivision (a), no further written order is necessary. The minute order adopting this tentative ruling will serve as the order of the court and service by the clerk will constitute notice of the order.

Tentative Ruling

Issued By: SMC on July 10, 2026. (Judge’s initials) (Date)

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