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Settlement of Worker's Compensation Claim - Thomas Eimer (NB)
This item involves the full and final settlement of Thomas Eimer's worker's compensation claim(s), which will include all future medical costs. The total settlement amount is $195,000 and represents a significant cost advantage to the City.
Explanation
While employed by Gainesville Police Department, Mr. Eimer was involved in an accident involving his lower back and underwent surgery. As a result of his injury and subsequent permanent work restrictions imposed by his treating physicians, Mr. Eimer is unable to return to work as a police officer.
Recently, the City, Mr. Eimer and his attorney agreed to the settlement of his worker's compensation claim. The City Attorney's Office, the Risk Management 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, $195,000, 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 $195,000 will be paid by the General Insurance Fund.
Recommendation
The City Commission authorize Special Counsel to prepare and execute the appropriate documents for a lump-sum settlement of Thomas Eimer's Worker's Compensation Claim in the amount of $195,000.