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Linda S. Lamar v. City of Gainesville, Gainesville Police Department, and Orange County Sheriff's Office; Alachua County Circuit Court; Case No.: 01-2010-CA-0293. (B)
recommendation
The City Commission authorize the City Attorney to represent the City in the case styled Linda S. Lamar v. City of Gainesville, Gainesville Police Department, and Orange County Sheriff's Office; Alachua County Circuit Court; Case No.: 01-2010-CA-0293.
explanation
On March 1, 2010, the City was served with a Summons and Complaint filed by Linda S. Lamar in the Circuit Court. Ms. Lamar alleges that the Gainesville Police Department wrongfully identified her as a suspect which led to her being arrested by the Orange County Sheriff's Department. Ms. Lamar alleges that she suffered physical injuries during the arrest and that those injuries are permanent and continuing in nature. She is seeking money damages.