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Waukegan approves $10.1 million settlement in Herman Williams wrongful-conviction case; financing options discussed
Summary
The City Council approved a $10,100,000 settlement resolving claims by Herman Williams relating to a wrongful conviction; council and staff discussed financing options including general-fund payment and longer-term bonding.
Waukegan — The City Council on Sept. 2 approved a settlement and release of claims in the matter of Herman Williams v. City of Waukegan for an amount not to exceed $10,100,000.
Case description and action Council members identified the claimant as Herman Williams. During discussion a council member described Williams as a man who was wrongfully incarcerated for 29 years; the council voted…
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