The minor plaintiff was struck by a vehicle while crossing the road after collecting mail.
A settlement of $400,000 was reached at mediation.
The litigation guardian brought a motion for court approval of the settlement, legal fees under a contingency fee agreement, and a referral fee.
The court approved the settlement amount for the minor plaintiff but found the contingency fee agreement and referral fee agreement unenforceable due to non-compliance with statutory and Law Society requirements.
Legal fees were reduced and approved on a quantum meruit basis.
