Bill > H6513

This Claim, titled "Relief/Max Giannikos/City of Clearwater," is an act of the Florida Legislature to provide compensation to Maximus Giannikos for severe injuries he sustained due to the City of Clearwater's negligence. The claim details how a malfunctioning pedestrian crosswalk signal, which the City was responsible for maintaining, caused Maximus to attempt to cross a busy intersection without a working signal, resulting in him being struck by a vehicle and suffering life-altering injuries. Despite a jury awarding significant damages, the City's insurance policy had a limit, leading to an excess judgment. This act directs the City of Clearwater to appropriate $16,037,182.49, plus ongoing interest, to compensate Maximus Giannikos, with a limitation that attorney fees cannot exceed 25 percent of the total amount awarded under this act, and this payment is intended to be the final resolution for all claims related to this incident.