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Settlement of Worker's Compensation Claim - Glover Hines (NB)
This item involves the full and final settlement of Mr. Hines worker's compensation claim, which will include all future medical and indemnity payments. The total settlement amount is $100,000 and represents a significant cost advantage to the City.
Explanation
While employed as a Lead Lineman, Mr. Hines suffered an electrical shock injury from a high voltage transformer that required hospitalization with second degree burns covering 30% of his body and ongoing medical treatment by multiple medical providers. As a result of his injury and subsequent permanent work restrictions imposed by his treating physicians, Mr. Hines is no longer able to perform the essential functions of his job as a Lead Lineman.
Recently, GRU, David Jarvis, Workers Compensation and Loss Control Manager and Mr. Hines attempted to mediate a settlement of his worker's compensation claim. Mr. Hines agreed to the proposed settlement. The GRU Attorney's Office, the Risk Management Department, the GRU T&D Department, and our Worker's Compensation servicing agent all concur as to the full and final settlement of this claim. The total amount, $100,000, includes future medical costs, past and future indemnity payments.
Fiscal Note
The settlement of this case in the amount of $100,000 will be paid out of the Electric Operating System 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. Hines, in the amount of $100,000.