01-20-2004 - James & Christine Fuller vs. City of West CovinaCity of West Covina
MEMORAND UM
TO: Andrew G. Pasmant, City Manager
A GENDA
and City Council
FROM: Erin Patricia Hoppe ITEM NO. B'2
Risk Manager DATE January 20, 2004
SUBJECT: JAMES & CHRISTINE FULLER
VS. CITY OF WEST COVINA
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the personal injury claim of James &
Christine Fuller be denied and the claimants' attorney be so notified.
DISCUSSION:
This claim arises from the arrest of Christine Fuller on April 24, 2003. Claimant alleges false
arrest, false imprisonment, assault and sexual misconduct. The amount of claim had not been
determined at time of presentation.
An investigation by the Police Department does not substantiate liability on the part of the City..
While police officers were investigating a disturbance- call between two roommates, claimant,
Christine Fuller, was arrested for being under the influence of an illegal narcotic. .
After a review of the investigation in this matter, staff and the City's claims administrator,
VeriClaim, determined the officer's actions were appropriate and recommend denial.
As you are aware, since all claims should be considered potential lawsuits, it is requested that all
Councilmembers refrain from making specific public comments so as not to prejudice any claim.
Specific questions should be referred to the City Attorney. , .
FISCAL IMPACT:
Unknown at this time.
Prepared by:
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Debbie Dominguez `
Safety & Claims Manager
Reviewed & Approved by:
Erin Patricia Hoppe
Risk Manager