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SB 10 — Relief of Kristin A. Stewart by Sarasota County
by Senator Gruters
This summary is provided for information only and does not represent the opinion of any Senator, Senate Officer, or Senate Office.
Prepared by: Special Master on Claim Bills Committee (SM)
The bill authorizes and directs Sarasota County to draw a warrant in the sum of $5,750,000 payable to Kristin A. Stewart as compensation for injuries and damages sustained in a motor vehicle accident resulting from the negligent operation of a Sarasota County vehicle by a Sarasota County employee. This sum is in addition to the $200,000 already paid to Kristin A. Stewart pursuant to s. 768.28, F.S.
The attorney fee is limited to 25 percent of the first $2,000,000 recovered and 20 percent of the amount recovered in excess of $2,000,000. The lobbying fee will not exceed five percent of the amount recovered and the total amount paid for costs or other similar expenses will not exceed $88,709.64.
If approved by the Governor, or allowed to become law without the Governor's signature, these provisions take effect upon becoming law.
Vote: Senate 37-1; House 105-0