Title: IN1 Workers' Compensation /AF 621656

Recommendation:
I recommend that the School Board approve the Worker's Compensation claim #AF 621656 in the amount of $85,000 representing compensation, attorneys' fees and costs and authorize the execution of all related documents.  This settlement will finalize all outstanding issues.

Description:

The Settlement of this claim was recommended by the District's outside counsel and claim adjusters and has been approved by the Chief Counsel, Chief Financial Officer and Director of Employee Benefits and Risk Management as required by District Policy #6.09.

A now 64 year old bus driver sustained repetitive injuries to the right shoulder while opening and closing the bus door.  She later slipped and fell on wet steps.  Her  injuries resulted in shoulder surgery and prevented her from returning to driving.  A claim of permanent and total disability is anticipated.

The District has paid over $80,000 in medical benefits, wage loss and expenses to date.  Future exposure is estimated at over $360,000.  Excess reimbursement is not anticipated; the retention is $500,000 in accordance with the contract.

 The settlement will extinguish all future liabilities.

Financial Impact:
The financial  impact to the District for this settlement is $85,000.  The source of funds is the General Fund.

For Additional Information, contact:
Joseph M. Moore (moorej@palmbeach.k12.fl.us)/ Dianne L. Howard