Rule 2039 - Compromise. Settlement. Discontinuance and Distribution(A) A petition for compromise, settlement, or discontinuance of an action to which a minor is a party of record shall recite the factual nature of the minor's action, the prognosis for the minor's injuries, the reasons for any proposed compromise, settlement, or discontinuance, and a request for a proposed distribution of the fund. A hearing will be scheduled at which the minor shall appear and evidence shall be presented as to the extent of the minor's injuries and such other matters as the Court deems necessary. If the petition is accompanied by (1) a written report of a physician based upon an examination of the minor within thirty (30) days preceding the filing of the petition, (2) an affidavit of each counsel of record giving an opinion as to the probabilities of proof of defendant's negligence, and of the minor's negligence, if any, and (3) in the event that the minor is sixteen (16) years of age or over, his or her written approval of the proposed settlement and distribution, the Court may approve the proposed compromise, settlement or discontinuance, and distribution without the requirement of a hearing, if satisfied of the accuracy of the information presented and that, based upon such information, the proposed disposition of the action and distribution of the proceeds adequately compensates the minor for the injuries sustained and expenses incurred.(B) The petition shall include a detailed statement outlining attorney fees, if any, the nature of the legal services rendered, and correspondence from any insurance carrier detailing the nature of the negotiations.Amended effective 12/4/2023.