TRANSMITTAL LETTER FOR BOARD MEETING OF JULY 10, 2014
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
Mr. David St. Pierre, Executive Director
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Authority to settle the Workers' Compensation Claim of John Murray vs. MWRDGC, Claim W000816403, in the sum of $30,639.65, Account 901-30000-601090
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Dear Sir:
John Murray is an Architectural Ironworker who works at the Stickney Water Reclamation Plant. On June 17, 2013, he sustained an injury to his left knee. On June 17, 2013, he was examined at the industrial clinic and was diagnosed with a left knee sprain. An MRI, performed on June 24, 2013, indicated a left meniscus tear of the left leg. On August 8, 2013, surgery was performed for a left meniscus repair, loose bodies, suprpatellar adhesions, synovitis, cartilage fragmentation, medial femoral condyle and lateral tibia plateau. Following this surgery, Mr. Murray received a course of physical therapy. He was able to return to work on September 23, 2013.
A total of 6 and one half weeks of lost time benefits in the amount of $7,662.34was paid for this injury.
Subject to the approval of the Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission (IWCC), this Pro Se case can be settled for $30,639.65, which represents 20% loss of the left leg. This settlement will close out any future lost time benefits, as well as any future medical treatment.
The Director of Human Resources believes this settlement is in the best interest of the District and requests payment of that sum be approved and she be authorized to execute such documents as may be necessary to effect the settlement.
Requested, Denice E. Korcal, Director of Human Resources, DEK:RAJ:RG:aw
Respectfully Submitted, Mariyana T. Spyropoulos, Chairman Committee on Judiciary
Disposition of this agenda item will be documented in the official Regular Board Meeting Minutes of the Board of Commissioners for July 10, 2014