Broward County Commission Regular Meeting
Director's Name: Stephen Farmer (Acting Director)
Department: Finance and Administrative Services Division: Risk Management
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Requested Action
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MOTION TO APPROVE settlement of Claim 0816217816 and authorize County Administration and the Office of the County Attorney to approve applicable settlement documents (inclusive of related claims 0321058821 and 0112043183).
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Why Action is Necessary
Pursuant to Broward County Code of Ordinance §1-51.3, the amount of the proposed settlement requires Board approval.
What Action Accomplishes
The claim will be a final settlement; therefore, no further indemnity claims can be advanced on this matter.
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Previous Action Taken
None.
Summary Explanation/Background
The Claimant is a 71-year-old former Administrative Assistant with the Broward County Environmental and Consumer Protection Division who sustained multiple work-related injuries while in the course and scope of employment.
On January 12, 2004, the Claimant reported numbness in both hands and arms due to excessive use. This claim reached final status on September 14, 2010, and remains inactive.
On March 21, 2005, the Claimant slipped in a stairwell and fell three steps, resulting in injuries to multiple body parts. Treatment has included therapy and pain management and remains ongoing.
On August 16, 2021, the Claimant reported symptoms consistent with carpal tunnel and was diagnosed with bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome. Claimant treated with therapy, injections, and medication, bilateral carpal tunnel release surgery was recommended, but the Claimant declined.
The settlement amount of $195,000 would fund an annuity of $117,100 approved by CMS for projected medical expenses, and cover attorney’s fees and costs of $43,563.41, inclusive of $500 for the General Release, leaving a net payment of $34,336.59 to the Claimant.
Source of Additional Information
Amy Lanham, Director, Risk Management Division, (954) 357-7219
Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Impact/Cost Summary
The settlement amount of $195,000 will be funded by the appropriate self-insurance fund at the time of release.