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Resolution authorizing a worker’s compensation settlement to Anthony San Felippo in the amount of $250,000
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WHEREAS, the City is involved in a worker’s compensation claim in which a portion of permanent disability has been conceded but the extent of disability remains disputed; and
WHEREAS, staff and the City’s worker’s compensation attorney have assessed the risks, costs, and potential liability associated with continued litigation of the claim; and
WHEREAS, staff has tentatively settled the claim, contingent upon Common Council approval; and
WHEREAS, the proposed settlement requires a one-time payment of $250,000 from the Worker’s Compensation fund and resolves all past and future indemnity claims, as well as all medical expenses through the date the agreement is signed;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of Wauwatosa that the proposed worker’s compensation settlement in the amount of $250,000 is hereby approved, and the appropriate City officials are authorized to execute the settlement documents and take such actions as necessary to implement this resolution.
By: Financial Affairs Committee
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Recommendation: Approve 6-0
The Council may convene in closed session regarding this item pursuant to Wis. Stat. §19.85 (1)(g), to confer with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved. The Council may reconvene into open session to consider any action discussed in closed session and/or the balance of the agenda.