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North Miami Beach commission approves $200,000 settlement in Carl J. Anderson lawsuit
Summary
The North Miami Beach City Commission voted 6-0 on July 24 to approve a $200,000 settlement in the case of Carl J. Anderson v. City of North Miami Beach, following a recommendation from outside and city counsel and with insurer contribution to lessen the city—s out-of-pocket exposure.
The North Miami Beach City Commission voted 6-0 on July 24 to approve a $200,000 settlement in the federal lawsuit filed by Carl J. Anderson against the city (Case No. 1.24-CV-24949, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida). The vote concluded a brief special meeting at North Miami Beach City Hall.
City Attorney Geller told commissioners that outside counsel provided by the city—s insurer, "Mr. Kress," recommended the settlement and that the insurer "stepped up" to cover most of the exposure. Geller said the insurer identified a gap of "$50 or $60,000" beyond the…
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