DEPARTMENT: City Attorney’s Office
DEPARTMENT HEAD: Andrew Segovia
COUNCIL DISTRICTS IMPACTED: City Wide
SUBJECT:
Settlement of Babe Anderson v. City of San Antonio
SUMMARY:
This item authorizes the $75,000.00 settlement of a lawsuit styled Babe Anderson vs. City of San Antonio pending in the 45th Judicial District Court, in Bexar County, Texas, Cause Number 2015-CI-12803. The settlement will be paid from the Self-Insurance Liability Fund.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
Plaintiff Babe Anderson is seeking damages for personal injuries that occurred when he was struck by a Solid Waste truck while crossing the street at the 600 block of General McMullen, after exiting a VIA bus. The parties have reached a mutual agreement to settle all claims for the amount of $75,000.00 payable from the Self-Insurance Liability Fund.
ISSUE:
Settlements over $50,000 require City Council approval.
ALTERNATIVES:
If this settlement is not approved by the City Council, this case will proceed to a jury trial. It is in the best interest of the City to settle this matter to avoid the uncertainties and risks associated with litigation in a case of disputed damages.
FISCAL IMPACT:
If approved, $75,000.00 will be paid to Babe Anderson and Jim S. Adler and Associates. This will be funded in accordance with the Adopted FY 2017 Liability Fund Budget.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of this Ordinance.