TRASMITTAL LETTER FOR BOARD MEETING OF APRIL 21, 2022
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
Mr. Brian A. Perkovich, Executive Director
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Report on the Settlement of Workers’ Compensation Claims and Miscellaneous Claims under $10,000.00
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Dear Sir:
The following matters were settled upon the recommendation of the Director of Human Resources and the approval of the Executive Director:
1. Settlement of Property Damage Claim of Robert Waitekus, Claim No: A/P 1513, in the amount of $3,684.99.
While driving to the Lemont WRP to perform janitorial work on March 25, 2021, Mr. Waitekus’ personal vehicle was allegedly struck from behind and damaged by a District owned vehicle. This settlement amount satisfies the total damages sought by the attorney representing the insurance company.
2. Settlement of Worker’s Compensation Claims for Kishay Davis, IWCC Case No. 21WC008685, in the amount of $7,278.95.
Ms. Davis, a Maintenance Laborer A at the O’Brien WRP, alleged an October 15, 2020 work related injury to her right ankle after she was hosing a tank at the Kirie WRP and stepped down awkwardly from the tank ledge. The industrial clinic determined she had sprained her right ankle. She was treated with medications and physical therapy. She returned to work on December 23, 2020. Ms. Davis filed an Application of Adjustment of Claim with the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission (IWCC). Settlement in the amount of $7,278.95 represents 5% loss of use of the right foot and will close out any future lost time benefits as well as any future medical benefits.
3. Settlement of Worker’s Compensation Claims for Patrick Gaughan, IWCC Case No. 19WC012268, in the amount of $8,138.70.
Mr. Gaughan, an Operating Engineer I at the Calumet WRP, alleged a December 1, 2018 work related injury to his lower back after bending over to open and close blow down valves. He was treated with medication and physical therapy. He returned to work on December 10, 2018. Mr. Gaughan filed an Application of Adjustment of Claim with the IWCC . Settlement in the amount of $8,138.70 represents 2% loss of use of the person as a whole and will close out any future lost time benefits as well as any future medical benefits.
4. Settlement of Worker’s Compensation Claims for Tia Schrean, IWCC Case No. 16WC012426 and 17WC016569, in the amount of $4,500.00.
Ms. Schrean, a now retired Senior Diversity Officer, alleged a February 2, 2016 work related injury to her lower back when a co-worker opened an office door causing the door handle to strike her lower back. On January 17, 2017, Ms. Schrean alleged a second work related injury when an elevator door shut on her injuring her chest and shoulders. She was treated with medication and physical therapy for both injuries. Ms. Schrean did not lose any time from work for either accident. Ms. Schrean filed an Application for Adjustment of Claim’s with the IWCC. Settlement of these cases in the amount of $4,500.00 represents approximately 1.19% loss of use of the person as a whole and will close out any future lost time benefits as well as any future medical benefits.
Respectfully submitted, Beverly K. Sanders, Director of Human Resources and Susan T. Morakalis, General Counsel, BKS:STM:EMA:JBM:JTM:nl