Stanley, et al, v. Lake Chalet Homeowners Association, et al

18. Stanley, et al, v. Lake Chalet Homeowners Association, et al, Case No. CIVSB2320918 Motions to be Relieved as Attorney of Record for Plaintiffs 6/2/26, 9:00 a.m., S-17 This matter was continued from 5/22/26 to allow for either supplemental declaration or appearance for in camera review of the good cause for the requested relief The Court would again CONTINUE or seek in camera discussion of the facts in support. Here, the Lubin Pham + Caplin firm seeks to be relieved as counsel for Plaintiffs Timothy and Catherine Stanley.

The declarations submitted in support only cite the law and offer in camera discussion. While the Court is cognizant of the protections related to attorney-client relationship, the Court will need some sort of averment establishing good cause pursuant to rule 1.16(b) of the Rules of Court. As currently worded, the submitted declarations are insufficient. Further, the Court notes a declaration submitted by the Plaintiffs asserting a lack of good cause. (Stanley Decl., ¶4 [“Attorney has not demonstrated sufficient grounds to justify . . .”]; also Stanley Decl., ¶7 [no meaningful discussion].)

Thus, it appears that the assertion of good cause is disputed.

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19. Minguela, et al, v. American Quartz Max Corp., Case No. CIVSB2226990 Motion for Preliminary Approval of Class Action Settlement 6/2/26, 9:00 a.m., Dept. S-17

This matter was continued from its prior hearing date of May 11, 2026, to allow sufficient notice on the motion Tentative Ruling The Court would GRANT. Preliminary Approval of Class Action Settlements in General Settlement of a class action requires court approval. (Cal. Rules of Court, rule 3.769.) The moving party must demonstrate that “the settlement is fair, adequate and reasonable.” (Kullar v. Foot Locker Retail, Inc. (2008) 168 Cal.App.4th 116, 126; Reed v. United Teachers Los Angeles (2012) 208 Cal.App.4th 322, 337.)

The court has “broad discretion in making this determination.” (In re Microsoft I-V Cases (2006) 135 Cal.App.4th 706, 723