Los Angeles

LA County Board

February 03, 2026 Item #39

Agenda Item 39

39.\nSettlement of the Matter Entitled, The Estate of Destiny Ortega, et al. v.\nCounty of Los Angeles, et al.\nLos Angeles County Claims Board's recommendation: Authorize settlement of\nthe matter entitled, The Estate of Destiny Ortega, et al. v. County of Los\nAngeles, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 22CMCV00447, in the\namount of $750,000; and instruct the Auditor-Controller to draw a warrant to\nimplement this settlement from the Sheriff's Department's budget.\nThis wrongful death lawsuit seeks compensation for the death of an inmate in\nthe custody of the Sheriff's Department. (26-0515)\nBoard Letter