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Settlement of Worker's Compensation Claim - Stanley P. Strama (NB)
This item involves the full and final settlement of Stanley P. Strama workers' compensation claims, which will include all future medical and indemnity payments. The total settlement amount is $75,000 and represents a significant cost advantage to the City.
Explanation
While employed as a police officer, Mr. Strama received an injury to his left shoulder during an altercation with a suspect. This led to ongoing medical treatment including surgery. Mr. Strama's treating physician has opined that a total shoulder replacement may be necessary in the future. As a result of his injuries, the present potential exposure to the City in future indemnity payments and medical treatment is in excess of $100,000.
Recently, the City and Mr. Strama attempted to mediate a settlement of his worker's compensation claim. Mr. Strama and his attorney, Christopher Costello, have agreed to the proposed settlement. The City Attorney's Office, the Risk Management Department, Gainesville Police Department, Special Counsel and our Worker's Compensation servicing agent all concur as to the full and final settlement of this claim. The total amount, $75,000, 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 $75,000 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 Stanley P. Strama, in the amount of $75,000.