02-06-2007 - Government Tort Claim DenialsCity of West Covina
MEMOjUND UM
A GENDA
TO: Andrew G. Pasmant, City Manager
and City Council ITEM NO. D-3
FROM: Erin Patricia Hoppe DATE February 6, 2007
Risk Manager
SUBJECT: Government Tort Claim Denials
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the following Government Tort Claims be denied and the claimants and/or
their respective attorneys be so notified.
David Chi vs. City of West Covina
Jack Lewis vs. City of West Covina
Richard Eric McCoy vs. City of West Covina
Luz H. Ruiz and Robert L. Ruiz vs. City of West Covina
DISCUSSION:
After a review of the. investigation in these matters, staff and the City's claims administrator,
NovaPro Risk Solutions, determined the City was not liable 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:
Debbie Dominguez
Safety & Claims Manager
Reviewed & Approved by:
Erin Patricia Hoppe
Risk Manager