Three Petitions to Approve Minor Compromise
CASE NUMBER: 26PB-0033218 Tentative Ruling on Three Petitions to Approve Minor Compromise: Ashish Christian seeks an order approving the compromise of claim on behalf of his minor son Josiah Christian. California Rules of Court, Rule 7.950 provides that a petition for court approval of a minor’s compromise must contain a full disclosure of all information that has any bearing upon the reasonableness of the compromise. The Petition provides the required information. Considering the nature of the minor’s injuries and full recovery, the Court is prepared to find that the settlement 2
is in the best interest of the minor, if the voir dire process is completed to the Court’s satisfaction.
The Court notes this is not an expedited petition brought on Judicial Council Form MC-350EX. See CRC Rule 7.950.5. Hearing is needed on the Petition before it can be approved. The person seeking approval of the settlement on behalf of the minor and the minor are required to appear at the hearing, unless good cause is presented for their non-appearance. CRC Rule 7.952. The Petitioner and minor are required to appear. Counsel will voir dire the Petitioner about the terms of the settlement, any other potential sources to increase the settlement amount, whether the minor has fully recovered and whether the Petitioner understands that once approved, the settlement is final and binding on the minor. If satisfied, the Court intends to grant the Petition. If granted, the Court will execute the Orders and schedule a hearing for review regarding confirmation of deposit.
CROWELL VS. DAY
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