RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the County Risk Manager to execute a contract with Littler Mendelson for defense of the County in claims for the period from December 1, 2012 through December 1, 3013 in accordance with a specified fee schedule.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Legal costs are funded through the Workers’ Compensation, Liability, and Medical Malpractice Internal Trust Funds.
BACKGROUND:
Littler Mendelson is a legal firm specializing in particular areas of legal defense with experience and expertise to assist in handling claims.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
The County will not have the benefit of certain legal matters to assist in settling claims.
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
None.
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