This motion sought court approval under Rule 7 of the Rules of Civil Procedure for a settlement affecting a minor plaintiff who sustained injuries in two schoolyard incidents.
The defendant denied liability, raising issues of causation and damages.
Despite these challenges and potential adverse cost consequences, the proposed settlement of $15,000 (including $10,070 for injuries, $3,218 for disbursements, and $1,712 for costs) was deemed reasonable, fair, and in the minor plaintiff's best interests by both counsel and the litigation guardian.
The court approved the settlement, finding all requirements of Rule 7.08 had been met, and also approved the legal fees and disbursements.
