STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Fiscally Sound
AGENDA DATE: April 23, 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 lawsuit styled, Lamarcus Ward v. City of Dallas, Cause No. DC-23-10699 - Not to exceed $50,000.00 - Financing: Liability Reserve Fund
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BACKGROUND
Plaintiff Lamarcus Ward filed a lawsuit against the City of Dallas, seeking compensation for alleged bodily injuries and other damages sustained in a motor vehicle collision on September 5, 2022, involving a Department of Equipment and Fleet Management employee operating a city-owned vehicle. The City and Mr. Ward have reached a proposed settlement of his claims, subject to City Council approval. Mr. Ward is represented by Jessica Murray and Witherite Law Group, PLLC.
PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS)
A confidential memorandum regarding this matter will be provided to the City Council on April 18, 2025.
FISCAL INFORMATION
|
Fund |
FY 2025 |
FY 2026 |
Future Years |
|
Liability Reserve Fund |
$50,000.00 |
$0.00 |
$0.00 |