Unreported / Non-Citable
Disposition notice
On October 28, 2026, the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California issued an in-chambers order requiring plaintiff Ignacio Vera to show cause in writing, on or before November 6, 2026, why this action should not be dismissed for lack of prosecution. The court explained that defendant Gabriel R. Torrez was served with the complaint on September 29, 2026, and his response was due October 20, 2026, but he did not answer; plaintiff, however, failed to request entry of default under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 55(a). The court stated that plaintiff can satisfy the order by seeking entry of default or by dismissing the complaint, and that failure to respond will be deemed consent to dismissal. The matter will stand submitted upon the filing of plaintiff's response.