In 2010, plaintiff David Bates ("Plaintiff"), a pedestrian, approached a County transit bus in Fort Lauderdale with the intention of boarding when he slipped off the edge of the sidewalk and slid under the rear right tire. As the bus was accelerating, the bus ran over the left portion of the Plaintiff’s torso causing significant internal and external injuries. The Plaintiff's medical expenses resulting from his injuries total $215,486.11.
The Plaintiff has agreed to release Broward County from all claims arising from this incident in exchange for $60,000.00, inclusive of attorney's fees and costs, subject to approval by the Board.
The Risk Management Division and Transit Division concur with and recommend approval of this settlement. |