TRANSMITTAL LETTER FOR BOARD MEETING OF JUNE 15, 2023
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
Mr. Brian A. Perkovich, Executive Director
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Authority to settle the Workers’ Compensation Claim of George Pacius vs. MWRDGC, Claim number 22WC007157, Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission (IWCC), in the sum of $59,272.21, Account 901-30000-601090
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Dear Sir:
George Pacius is an Operating Engineer I working at the Stickney Water Reclamation Plant. On February 18, 2022, the employee reported while walking down the stairs, he slipped in water, then grabbed a handrail with his right arm to break the fall. The employee went to the industrial clinic on February 18, 2022, for an injury to his right arm. He initially treated conservatively with medication and rest for his right arm; however, it was determined that he required surgery. He underwent surgery on March 22, 2022 and was disabled from work at this time. Following his surgery, he underwent a course of physical therapy. The employee returned to work on July 1, 2022.
Mr. Pacius was paid 14.60 weeks of lost time benefits totaling $20,778.72.
Mr. Pacius filed an Application of Adjustment of Claim with the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission (IWCC) through his counsel. Subject to the approval of the IWCC, this case can now be settled for a total of $59,272.21, representing approximately 25% loss of use of the right arm. This settlement will close out future lost time and medical benefits associated with this injury.
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 he be authorized to execute such documents as may be necessary to effect the settlement.
Requested, Thaddeus J. Kosowski, Acting Director of Human Resources, TJK:BLW:RG
Disposition of this agenda item will be documented in the official Regular Board Meeting Minutes of the Board of Commissioners for June 15, 2023