Montano v. City of South Gate

Opinion

JEFFERSON, J.

An action for personal injuries was instituted by Gilbert D. Montano, both individually and as guardian ad litem for Edward Joseph Montano, a minor, against defendants City of South Gate (hereinafter referred to as the City) and Everett Allen Shong. On October 28, 1968, following a jury trial, judgment was entered in favor of Gilbert D. Montano for $13,000 and in favor of the minor for $65,000 and costs. Plaintiffs’ attorney submitted a cost bill of $794.10.

On November 4, 1968, counsel for the City sent to plaintiffs’ counsel Travelers Insurance Company drafts payable to…