Tentative ruling on Jul. 12, 2023 in Tuolumne County, CA - Case no: xxxxx128

CV65128 Cadles of West Virginia LLC v. Midwest Biologics et al
Hearing on: Motion to Vacate Sister-State Judgment
Moving Party: Defendant Brett Lockman (only)
Tentative Ruling: Denied, though judgment modified
This is a special proceeding to domesticate a sister-state judgment entered in Iowa following a
judicial foreclose proceeding involving outstanding loans for the development of residential
properties. Before the Court this day is the continued hearing on a motion by co-obligor Brett
Lockman (only) to vacate said judgment.
Procedural Anomaly
Pursuant to CCP §1710.40(b), debtor has 30 days from service of notice of entry of judgment to
make a motion to vacate. Debtor was personally served with notice of entry on 04/07/23, giving
him 30 days from that date to make his motion.
On 05/05/23, debtor timely filed his motion to vacate. Therein, he averred a lack of proper
service in Iowa, a lack of service here, and a la….....