Title: (XX) - Workers' Compensation Settlement/DG

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 57-year-old Custodian sustained injuries to the left knee while stripping floors on 7/01/02.  Her injuries resulted in two surgeries and a future exposure of permanent and total disability.  She has not been able to resume working.

The District has paid over $135,000 in medical benefits, wage loss and expenses.  The case was settled at mediation for $75,000 pending Board approval.

The settlement will extinguish all future liabilities.

Recommendation:
 I recommend that the School Board approve the settlement of the Workers' Compensation claim of DG, 215691, for $75,000 representing compensation, attorneys' fees and costs and authorize the execution of all related documents.  This settlement will finalize all outstanding issues.

Financial Impact:
The financial net impact to the District for this settlement  is $75,000.  The source of funds is the General Fund.

For Additional Information, contact:

 Joseph M. Moore(moorej@palmbeach.k12.fl.us) /Dianne L. Howard