Application To Settle A Minors Claim {22.0}

FORM 22.0 - APPLICATION TO SETTLE A MINOR'S CLAIM AND ENTRY SETTING HEARING [R.C. 2111.05, R.C. 2111.18, SUP. R. 67 AND 68]. This form is used in the Stark County Probate Court when a parent, guardian, or other responsible adult seeks court approval to settle a legal claim on behalf of a minor child who has been injured due to a wrongful act, negligence, or default. The form outlines the nature of the minor’s injury, the circumstances surrounding the incident, and whether a lawsuit has been filed. It requires supporting documents such as a birth certificate, a narrative description of the incident and medical treatment, and any related settlement details. The application includes information about medical expenses, proposed attorney fees, and whether the settlement involves a lump sum or a structured payment plan. The applicant may request that the court authorize the execution of a release and approve the distribution of funds for the benefit of the minor—often directing that the funds be deposited into a restricted account or trust until the minor reaches adulthood. The court sets a hearing to evaluate the fairness of the settlement and ensure the minor’s interests are fully protected. www.FormsWorkflow.com