TRANSMITTAL LETTER FOR BOARD MEETING OF OCTOBER 15, 2009
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
Mr. Richard Lanyon, Executive Director
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Authority to settle the lien of Kenneth Lawrence v. Vincent Palacious and Fire Science Techniques, Ltd., Case No. 08 L 001006, in the sum of $17,000.00, Account 901-30000-601090
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Dear Sir:
On March 20, 2007, Kenneth Lawrence, Laborer Foreman, Calumet Water Reclamation Plant, was rear-ended while driving a District vehicle. Mr. Lawrence received treatment for cervical and thoracic strains. He settled his Workers’ Compensation claim with the District for $7,401.43.
Mr. Lawrence filed a lawsuit against the other driver and the vehicle owner being Case No. 08 L 001006, Kenneth Lawrence v. Vincent Palacious and Fire Science Techniques, Ltd.
The District filed a lien to recover the money it paid out for medical expenses and disability pay which totaled $24,495.46. By statute, the District is entitled to 75% of its lien ($18,371.60) less our pro rata share of expenses related to Mr. Lawrence’s lawsuit. We have agreed to accept $17,000.00 to close this claim.
The General Counsel requests authority to execute such documents as may be necessary to effect the settlement.
Requested, Frederick M. Feldman, General Counsel, FMF:LAG:VMM:nm
Respectfully Submitted, Terrence J. O’Brien, 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 October 15, 2009