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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 Paul M. Grossman In The Amount Of $67,500.00.
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Staff Recommends: Approval of the attached Resolution.
Explanation:
On July 1, 2020, Paul M. Grossman filed a civil action against the City of Hollywood, for damages arising out of his encounter with officers from the Hollywood Police Department that occurred on April 29, 2019 (Case Number 20-cv-61319).
Paul M. Grossman alleges that he was injured as a result of his encounter with officers from the Hollywood Police Department. Paul M. Grossman’s claim is for personal injuries and a violation of his civil rights.
The City Attorney and Paul M. Grossman’s attorney have negotiated a settlement in the amount of $67,500.00.
If this settlement is approved by the City Commission, the monies will be paid from the City’s self-insurance fund.
The City Attorney recommends that the City Commission approve the negotiated settlement.
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