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Panel advances $4.1M claims bill for pedestrian struck by Miami-Dade bus
Summary
Senate Bill 14, an uncontested claims bill seeking $4,100,000 for Jose Correa after being struck by a Miami-Dade bus, was reported favorably by the Judiciary Committee (9-1). The county admitted fault and supports the bill.
The Judiciary Committee reported Senate Bill 14 favorably after Sen. Rodriguez described the bill as a settled claims matter for Jose Correa, who was struck by a Miami-Dade County bus while lawfully crossing in a crosswalk.
Sen. Rodriguez said Miami-Dade County has admitted fault and the bill seeks $4,100,000 to settle Mr. Correa’s claim. A representative waving in support on behalf of the claimant, Albert Bolido, was recorded on the appearance sheet.
Sen. Rodriguez waived closing and the committee voted to report SB 14 favorably by roll-call vote, 9 yeas and 1 nay.
