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Settlement of Worker's Compensation Claim - Brian Johns (NB)
This item involves the full and final settlement of Brian Johns' worker's compensation claim, which will include all future medical and indemnity payments as well as all set aside amounts. The total settlement amount is $56,000 and represents a significant cost advantage to the City.
Explanation
While employed as a firefighter, Mr. Johns suffered several injuries including both knees that have required ongoing medical treatment. As a result of his injuries, the present potential exposure to the City in future medical treatment is in excess of $100,000 assuming a double knee replacement. This figure could increase significantly if in the future Mr. Johns were determined to be permanently and totally disabled.
Recently, the City and Mr. Johns attempted to mediate a settlement of his worker's compensation claim. Mr. Johns and his attorney have agreed to the proposed settlement. The City Attorney's Office, the Risk Management Department, Special Counsel and the City's Worker's Compensation servicing agent all concur as to the full and final settlement of this claim. The total amount of $56,000, includes all attorney fees, future medical costs, past and future indemnity payments, taxable costs and all set aside amounts.
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. Johns, in the amount of $56,000.