Petition To Settle Cause Of Action - Minors Estate {CC53}

CC53 - PETITION TO SETTLE CAUSE OF ACTION – MINOR’S ESTATE.This form is used in the Circuit Court of Kendall County, Illinois, to request court approval of a proposed settlement in a legal claim involving a minor. Filed by the guardian of the minor’s estate, the form outlines the details of the incident that caused injury to the minor, including the date, location, and nature of the accident. It describes the injuries sustained, the treatment received, and the medical professionals involved, with supporting documentation such as a doctor’s certificate. The form also states whether a lawsuit has been filed and provides the case number if applicable. It presents the proposed settlement amount, itemizes all deductions from the settlement—such as hospital bills, medical expenses, legal fees, court costs, and attorney disbursements—and specifies how the remaining funds should be allocated. A portion may be distributed directly to a guardian or relative for the minor’s benefit, while the balance is to be deposited in a court-approved financial institution to be held in trust until the minor reaches the age of majority or until further court order. The petition concludes with a request for court approval of the settlement, authorization for the distribution of funds, and discharge of the guardian. www.FormsWorkflow.com