Zhang vs. Kitts

I. Motion by Defendant, Independence Solutions, Inc., dba Amramp Los Angeles, to Set Aside Default and any Resulting Default Judgments Due to Lack of Service on Defendant is GRANTED.

This action arises from a motor vehicle accident that allegedly occurred on 5/28/17. Plaintiffs allege that Defendants ran a red light and collided with Plaintiffs’ vehicle. Plaintiffs allege claims for negligence, negligent hiring/training/retention, and loss of consortium.

On 9/19/19, Plaintiffs purportedly served Defendant, Amramp, Inc. by substituted service on a “John Doe” at 1619 1⁄2 W. 134th Street, Gardena, CA 90249-2013. Motion, Exhibit. B. The Court’s file reflects that on 11/7/19, the Court entered default against Defendant Amramp, Inc. Defendant filed this motion on 5/6/20 to vacate entry of default.

Defendant contends that it was not properly served at its business address which is reflected in Defendant’s filing with the Department of Corporations.

The court can set aside