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Settlement of Worker's Compensation Claim - Thomas A. Lewis (NB)
This item involves the full and final settlement of Thomas A. Lewis' workers' compensation claim(s), which will include all future medical and indemnity payments. The total settlement amount is $56,000 and represents a significant cost advantage to the City.
Explanation
While employed by GFR, Mr. Lewis was diagnosed with hypertension. This led to ongoing medical treatment for a cardiovascular condition.
Recently, the City and Mr. Lewis attempted to mediate a settlement of his worker's compensation claim. Mr. Lewis and his attorney, Anthony Salzman, have agreed to the proposed settlement. The City Attorney's Office, the Risk Management Department, GFR, Special Counsel and our Worker's Compensation servicing agent all concur as to the full and final settlement of this claim. The total amount, $56,000, includes all attorney fees, future medical costs, past and future indemnity payments, taxable costs.
Fiscal Note
The settlement of this case in the amount of $56,000 will be paid out of the General Insurance 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 Mr. Lewis, in the amount of $56,000.