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Ralph Pelton, as Personal Representative of the Estate of Erin E.Pelton, on behalf of the Estate and on behalf of survivors Ralph Pelton and Elaine C. Pelton, individually vs. Shakia N. Harris, individually, and City of Gainesville, a political subdivision; Eighth Judicial Circuit, Case No. 2011-CA-44 (B)
recommendation
The City Commission authorize the City Attorney to represent the City of Gainesville in the case styled Ralph Pelton, as Personal Representative of the Estate of Erin E. Pelton, on behalf of the Estate and on behalf of survivors Ralph Pelton and Elaine C. Pelton, individually vs. Shakia N. Harris, individually, and City of Gainesville, a political subdivision; Eighth Judicial Circuit, Case No. 2011-CA-44.
explanation
On January 25, 2011, the City was served with a Summons and Complaint filed by Ralph Pelton, as personal representative of the estate of Erin E. Pelton. On November 2, 2009, Erin E. Pelton was a passenger on an RTS Bus. Ms. Pelton exited the bus at the bus stop near the 2800 block of SW Archer Road and attempted to cross Archer Road. Ms. Pelton was struck by a vehicle driven by Shakia N. Harris. Ms. Pelton was pronounced dead at the scene from sustained injuries. The Complaint alleges negligence on the part of the City due to the location of the bus stop. The estate seeks money damages from the City.