STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Fiscally Sound
AGENDA DATE: April 9, 2025
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): N/A
DEPARTMENT: City Attorney’s Office
EXECUTIVE: Tammy L. Palomino
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SUBJECT
Title
Authorize settlement of the bodily injury claims brought by Maria Rivera in the lawsuit styled, Maria Rivera v. Mason Hawkins and City of Dallas, Cause No. DC-24-03101 - Not to exceed $29,000.00 - Financing: Liability Reserve Fund
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BACKGROUND
Plaintiff Maria Rivera filed a lawsuit against the City of Dallas and Mason Hawkins, seeking compensation for alleged bodily injuries and other damages sustained in an automobile collision on June 15, 2022, involving a former Dallas Fire-Rescue Department employee operating a city-owned vehicle. Following the dismissal of her claims against Mr. Hawkins, Ms. Rivera and the City reached a proposed settlement of her remaining claims, subject to City Council approval. Ms. Rivera is represented by Lizeth Becerra and Link & Associates.
PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS)
A confidential memorandum regarding this matter will be provided to the City Council on April 4, 2025.
FISCAL INFORMATION
|
Fund |
FY 2025 |
FY 2026 |
Future Years |
|
Liability Reserve Fund |
$29,000.00 |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |