The plaintiffs brought a motion for court approval of a $110,000 settlement for a minor plaintiff who fractured his tibia after slipping on ice in the defendants' parking garage.
The court found the settlement amount, which accounted for 20% contributory negligence, to be fair and reasonable.
However, the court refused to approve the 30% contingency fee agreement, finding it was not properly executed or explained to the litigation guardian.
The court voided the agreement and assessed the legal fees at 20% of the damages.
