DEPARTMENT: City Attorney’s Office
DEPARTMENT HEAD: Andy Segovia, City Attorney
COUNCIL DISTRICTS IMPACTED: Citywide
SUBJECT:
Settlement of litigation styled Sandra Rios v. City of San Antonio
SUMMARY:
This item will approve the settlement of a lawsuit styled Sandra Rios v. City of San Antonio, Cause Number 2017-CI-06923 pending in the Bexar County 288th Judicial District Court in an amount of $85,000.00 payable from the Self-Insurance Liability Fund.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
On May 13, 2016, Plaintiff Sandra Rios slipped and fell while approaching an elevator at the City owned Houston Street Garage, 240 E. Houston St in downtown San Antonio. As a result, Ms. Rios suffered injuries, incurred medical expenses and is seeking to recover damages.
The parties have agreed to settle the claims of Ms. Rios for $85,000.00, subject to City Council approval. The funds are available 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.
FISCAL IMPACT:
If approved, $85,000.00 will be paid to Sandra Rios and her attorney of record, Andrew Toscano. This will be funded in accordance with the FY 2020 Liability Fund Adopted Budget.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of this item.