Brief

The City Attorney has referred a legal defense matter to the Budget and Finance Committee involving a lawsuit brought by Maria Garcia against the City of Los Angeles (Superior Court Case No. 24STCV12917). The file was submitted to the committee on May 8, 2026, and remains pending. This type of referral typically involves review of settlement authority, litigation costs, or potential liability exposure before City Council action.

Full summary

On May 8, 2026, the City Attorney referred litigation defense documentation to the Budget and Finance Committee concerning Maria Garcia v. City of Los Angeles, filed in Los Angeles Superior Court as Case No. 24STCV12917. The underlying claim is tracked as C24-03045 in the City's claim management system. The City Attorney submitted a report (R26-0243) dated April 24, 2026, which has been routed through the Budget and Finance Committee for review. This file type typically involves City Council oversight of active litigation, including potential settlement negotiations, authorization of litigation expenses, or approval of settlement agreements. The Budget and Finance Committee's involvement suggests the matter may have significant financial implications requiring council review before any settlement or judgment is resolved. As of the last activity on May 8, 2026, the file remains pending in committee. The file is set to expire on May 8, 2028, which allows a two-year window for committee action and City Council consideration.

Activity (2)

• 2026-05-08 City Attorney document(s) referred to Budget and Finance Committee.
• 2026-05-08 Document submitted by City Attorney, dated April 24, 2026.

Documents (1)

• 2026-04-24 Report from City Attorney · report