R. Sugar

The plaintiffs brought a motion for court approval of a settlement for a minor plaintiff arising from a fatal motor vehicle accident involving the minor's father.

The court reviewed the expert reports on liability and future dependency losses.

The court found the proposed settlement of $89,993.90, plus costs, to be fair, reasonable, and in the best interests of the minor, taking into account the liability issues.

The court also approved the 30% contingency fee and disbursements.

The plaintiffs brought a motion under Rule 7.08 for court approval of a $440,000 settlement arising from a fatal motor vehicle accident involving a motorcycle.

The deceased's minor child and other family members sought damages under the Family Law Act.

The court found the 30% contingency fee agreement for the minor plaintiff to be fair and reasonable.

However, the court adjourned the motion for settlement approval because the plaintiffs failed to provide the expert report on loss of dependency and a complete list of disbursements.