CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
ACTION REQUESTED:
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Adopt the resolution approving the settlement agreement between Cathy Schuh as Special Administrator of the Estate of Dorothy Newlands and the City of Naperville
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DEPARTMENT: Legal Department
SUBMITTED BY: Kristen Toberman, Senior Assistant City Attorney
BOARD/COMMISSION REVIEW:
N/A
BACKGROUND:
On September 28, 2019, Dorothy Newlands alleged she was injured by members of the Naperville Fire Department while responding to a 911 call. In 2020, Ms. Newlands, through her attorney John Risvold of Collins Law, filed suit against the City in DuPage County. The City has denied all liability.
DISCUSSION:
The City and Schuh, as Special Administrator of the Estate of Dorothy Newlands, were successful in mediating a resolution to this matter on December 6, 2024. Without admitting any liability or wrongdoing, the City has agreed to a one-time payment of $95,000 to Schuh, plus reimbursement of mediation costs, to resolve all claims. Schuh has agreed to dismiss the lawsuit.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The City will make a one-time payment of $95,000 to Schuh.