Nature of Proceedings: Hearing re Declaration of Financial Distress Steven J. Goggia v. Leanne Paoli (Judge Sterne) Case No. 21CV00033 Hearing Date: January 25, 2021 HEARING: Hearing re Declaration of Financial Distress ATTORNEYS: For Plaintiff Steven J. Goggia: Betty L. Jeppesen For Defendant Leanne Paoli: Self-represented TENTATIVE RULING: The court finds that the failure of defendant Leanne Paoli to deliver timely to plaintiff Steven J. Goggia the declarations of COVID-19-related financial distress of defendant Leanne Paoli was the result of surprise within the meaning of Code of Civil Procedure sections 1179.03, subdivision (h), and 473, subdivision (b). The declarations are deemed to have been delivered timely. This unlawful detainer action shall proceed as provided by law. The effect of the declarations, if any, is an issue to be resolved at trial or by other procedurally appropriate means. Background: As alleged in the complaint: Plaintiff Steven J. Goggia is the owner of real p