Paul Rene Romero v. Leland Dudek, Acting Commissioner of Social Security

Summary

This document is a stipulated motion and order awarding attorney fees and expenses under the Equal Access to Justice Act in Paul Rene Romero’s Social Security action against the Acting Commissioner of Social Security. The parties agreed to $7,400.00 in EAJA fees and expenses and $405.00 in costs, subject to Treasury offset procedures and payment terms. The United States District Court for the Eastern District of California approved the award on February 21, 2025.

Questions Presented

1. Whether the court should approve the parties' stipulation awarding Plaintiff $7,400.00 in attorney fees and expenses under the Equal Access to Justice Act.
2. Whether Plaintiff should be awarded $405.00 in costs under 28 U.S.C. § 1920.

Disposition

approved