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Settlement of Worker's Compensation Claim - James Lindsey (NB)
This item involves the full and final settlement of Mr. Lindsey's workers' compensation claim(s), which will include all future medical and indemnity payments. The total settlement amount is $50,000 and represents a significant cost advantage to the City.
Explanation
While employed by GRU, Mr. Lindsey received a severe injury to his right eye, which included having plates implanted. This led to ongoing medical treatment including surgery. As a result of his injuries, the present potential exposure to the City in future medical treatment is in the range of $75,000 to $100,000 with the potential for future permanent total exposure as well.
Recently, the City and Mr. Lindsey attempted to mediate a settlement of his worker's compensation claim. Mr. Lindsey and his attorney, Claudeth Henry, have agreed to the proposed settlement. The City Attorney's Office, the Risk Management Department, GRU, Special Counsel and our Worker's Compensation Servicing Agent all concur as to the full and final settlement of this claim. The total amount of $50,000 includes all attorney fees, future medical costs, past and future indemnity payments, and taxable costs.
Fiscal Note
The settlement of this case in the amount of $50,000 will be paid out of the Electric Operating Fund.
Recommendation
The City Commission authorize Special Counsel to prepare and execute the appropriate documents for a lump-sum settlement of the Worker's Compensation claim of James Lindsey in the amount of $50,000.