Talea Rodriguez, et al. vs Douglas Begonia, et al.
Case Information
Motion(s)
Petition for Minor’s Compromise re: Joshua Franklin; Petition for Minor’s Compromise re: Talea Rodriguez
Motion Type Tags
Petition
Parties
- Plaintiff: Talea Rodriguez
- Defendant: Douglas Begonia
- Plaintiff: Joshua Franklin
Ruling
25CV-06874 People vs $118,165.00 US Currency
Status Conference
CONTINUED to July 21, 2026, at 8:15 a.m. in Courtroom 8, to allow time for Petitioner to complete a request for default judgment. Default was entered against the claimant on April 27, 2026.
26CV-01952 Talea Rodriguez, et al. vs Douglas Begonia, et al.
Petition for Minor’s Compromise re: Joshua Franklin
CONTINUED on the court’s own motion to June 30, 2026, at 8:15 a.m. in Courtroom 8, to allow for Petitioner to file supplemental documents.
Before granting the petition, the court requires further documentation regarding costs claimed for reimbursement. Attachment 13b lists case costs in the amount of $350.22. However, the costs are not listed in a manner where the court can determine the reasonableness of the costs claimed.
Supplemental documents are to be filed by June 23, 2026.
Petitioner is also to lodge with the court a prefilled order appointing the guardian ad litem. The order is to be lodged by June 9, 2026.
Petition for Minor's Compromise re: Talea Rodriguez
CONTINUED on the court’s own motion to June 30, 2026, at 8:15 a.m. in Courtroom 8, to allow for Petitioner to file supplemental documents.
Before granting the petition, the court requires further documentation regarding costs claimed for reimbursement. Attachment 13b lists case costs in the amount of $356.55. However, the costs are not listed in a manner where the court can determine the reasonableness of the costs claimed.
In addition, due to the extensive injuries to the minor child and in light of the limited settlement amount, the court requires further documentation regarding the Defendant’s ability to provide personal contribution to the settlement. Petitioner has provided an asset search, but there is no declaration by the Defendant or by Petitioner’s counsel regarding Defendant’s inability to pay beyond the insurance policy limits.
Supplemental documents are to be filed by June 23, 2026.
Petitioner is also to lodge with the court a prefilled order appointing the guardian ad litem. The order is to be lodged by June 9, 2026.