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California Rules of Court

Rule 7.952. Attendance at hearing on the petition for approval of compromise of claim

Cal. Rules of Court, rule 7.952

Current text effective January 1, 2021.

#(a) Attendance of the petitioner and claimant

The person petitioning for approval of the compromise of the claim on behalf of the minor or person with a disability and the minor or person with a disability must attend the hearing on the petition unless the court for good cause dispenses with their personal appearance.

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(Subd (a) amended effective January 1, 2021; previously amended effective January 1, 2007.)

#(b) Attendance of the physician and other witnesses

The court may require the presence and testimony of witnesses, including the attending or examining physician, at the hearing.

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(Subd (b) amended effective January 1, 2021.)

#History

Rule 7.952 amended effective January 1, 2021; adopted effective January 1, 2002; previously amended effective January 1, 2007.

Official text: courts.ca.gov , checked October 19, 2026.