TO: Mayor and City Commission
FROM: Samuel A. May, City Manager
DATE: August 29, 2018
Title
RESOLUTION - APPROVING SETTLEMENT OF THE CLAIM OF KEYLA BANEGAS SANCHEZ AGAINST THE CITY OF MARGATE FOR $45,000 WITHOUT ADMISSION OF LIABILITY.
BACKGROUND: This case is regarding an at-fault vehicle accident with a City vehicle that occurred on July 12, 2017. The Claimant’s initial demand was in the amount of $200,000. Medical expenses in this case are $42,000.
After extensive legal review of the case details and subsequent offers and counteroffers, a settlement offer of $45,000, without admission of liability, has been agreed to by the claimant for any and all claims and expenses. The Claimant was advised that this offer is contingent upon approval of the settlement by the City Commission.
RECOMMENDATION: For approval.
FISCAL IMPACT: $45,000
CONTACT PERSON: Laura Pastore, Risk Manager