Title: WC2 Workers' Compensation Settlement / LR

Recommendation:
I recommend that the School Board approve the settlement of the Workers' Compensation claim of LR,222320, for $95,000 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 51- year- old Food Service Worker (LR) sustained injuries on 10/23/02 to the upper back, neck and right shoulder when lifting a heavy box out of the freezer.  Her injuries resulted in two recommendations for surgery  and a future exposure of permanent and total disability.  She has not been able to resume work.

The District has paid over $32,000 in medical benefits, wage loss and expenses.  The present value of future estimated benefits exceeds $200,000. The case was settled post mediation for $95,000 pending Board approval.

 The settlement will extinguish all future liabilities.

Financial Impact:
The financial net impact to the District for this settlement is $95,000.  The source of funds is the General Fund.

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