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Commission consults attorneys after recent lawsuit filed; county gathers information

Vernon County Commission · August 5, 2025
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Summary

The commission held calls with claims attorney Michelle Pflumm and outside counsel Damon Phillips to discuss a recently filed lawsuit involving events dated Feb. 26, 2021 to May 2, 2023. Commissioners sought information from the sheriff as part of follow-up.

Vernon County commissioners consulted legal counsel about a recently filed lawsuit during their Aug. 5 meeting. The minutes record a conference call with Michelle Pflumm, claims attorney for AmeriTrust Group, Inc., and a later call to Damon Phillips of Keck & Phillips, LLC, to discuss the case.

Commissioner Cindy Thompson contacted Sheriff Mike Buehler to gather information related to the lawsuit, which the minutes date from Feb. 26, 2021 to May 2, 2023. The public meeting record notes consultation with counsel but does not disclose details of the claim, alleged causes of action, or any legal strategy.

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