Title: IN1 Workers' Compensation /RV 544583

Recommendation:
I recommend that the School Board approve the Worker's Compensation claim #RV544583 in the amount of $122,500 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  53 year old Custodian sustained neck and back injuries when she was hurt moving cafeteria tables ultimately resulting in a restriction to sedentary work; she was not able to qualify for any other jobs.

The District has paid over $89,000 in medical benefits, wage loss and expenses to date.  No excess reimbursement is antitipated.

 The settlement will extinguish all future liabilities.

Financial Impact:
The financial  impact to the District for this settlement is $122,500.  The source of funds is the General Fund.

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

Attachments (list):
Q&AIN1.doc