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A Resolution Of The City Commission Of The City Of Hollywood, Florida, Approving And Authorizing The Appropriate City Officials To Implement A Settlement With Michael Uminsky In The Amount Of $100,000.00.
Strategic Plan Focus
Financial Management & Administration
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Staff Recommends: Approval of the attached Resolution.
Explanation:
On November 7, 2019, Michael Uminsky (“Claimant”) filed a civil action against the City seeking damages arising out of a trip and fall on a sidewalk that occurred on November 8, 2015. The City Attorney and Claimant’s attorney have negotiated a settlement in the amount of $100,000.00.
If this settlement is approved by the City Commission, the monies will be paid from the City’s self-insurance fund.
Fiscal Impact:
Funding for this settlement is available in the City’s Self-Insurance Fund.
Recommended for inclusion on the agenda by:
John Wien, Chief Litigation Counsel
Douglas R. Gonzales, City Attorney