Legal & Settlements

City joins nationwide Walmart opioid settlement

Birmingham will recover a share of settlement funds intended to address the opioid crisis, though the city's specific payment amount is not disclosed in this authorization.

City joins Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens opioid settlement

Birmingham will recover settlement funds from major pharmaceutical and retail companies for opioid damages. The exact amount and how the city will use the recovered money remain to be seen.

City settles Voldavia Roberts lawsuit; amount withheld

The city is resolving a legal claim brought by Voldavia Roberts and others. Settlement details—including the city's payment or liability—are not disclosed in the agenda summary.

City loses judgment to King Fred Property Management

Court ruled against the city in a case brought by King Fred Property Management & Construction. The judgment amount and underlying dispute details are not yet public.

City settles Monica Abrams et al. litigation

Settlement resolves ongoing legal claim against the city. Outcome and payment terms will be finalized by the City Attorney.

Court awards $8 judgment to Cynthia Thomas against City

City must pay $8 from the general fund to resolve a lawsuit. The judgment closes a case filed in 2019 in Jefferson County Circuit Court.

CONSENT ITEM 7. Withdrawn A Resolution pursuant to the provisions of §2-3-27 of the General Code of the City of Birmingham, 1980, as amended, authorizing the City Attorney, upon her recommendation, to pay the judgment in the matter of Cynthia Thomas v.

CONSENT ITEM 17. A Resolution, pursuant to Section 100 of the Constitution of the State of Alabama, and the provisions of §2-3-27 of the General Code of the City of Birmingham, 1980, as amended, authorizing the City Attorney, upon her recommendation to s

City settles Tyra Fuller lawsuit

The city is using public funds to settle a legal dispute with Tyra Fuller. Settlement details—including the amount and reason for the claim—are not disclosed in this summary.

Settlement approved: City Attorney authorized to resolve Jackson lawsuit

City is settling a legal claim brought by Laurie Jackson. The settlement amount and case details were not disclosed in the agenda item.

City Attorney settles outstanding claims against Birmingham

City Attorney has authority to settle legal claims without additional Council approval, saving staff time and reducing legal costs where settlement is prudent.

City settles Stephon Green lawsuit

City agrees to settle a lawsuit brought by Stephon Green. Settlement terms and dollar amount were not disclosed in the agenda item.

City moves to allow medical cannabis dispensaries

Birmingham could become one of the first Alabama cities to permit legal medical cannabis retail. If approved, patients with qualifying conditions will gain local access to state-licensed dispensaries.

Settlement authorized in Turk v. City lawsuit

City Attorney is authorized to settle a civil lawsuit brought by Martin Turk. The settlement amount is not disclosed in the agenda item.

City Attorney authorized to settle pending claims

This gives the City Attorney power to resolve legal claims without further Council votes. The dollar amount and specific claims are not disclosed in the agenda.

City joins Janssen/J&J opioid settlement agreement

Birmingham will receive a share of a nationwide settlement addressing opioid manufacturer practices. Settlement funds typically support addiction treatment and prevention programs.

City joins McKeeson opioid settlement nationwide agreement

Birmingham joins multi-state opioid litigation settlement with McKeeson, resolving claims over the company's role in the opioid crisis. Settlement details and any financial recovery for the city will be determined through the agreement.

City settles lawsuit; amount redacted

City Attorney recommends resolving a legal claim. Settlement terms are not disclosed in this public summary.

City Attorney settles lawsuit (details redacted)

Settlement terms are confidential under legal privilege, but the city is resolving a claim against it. Public record of the settlement amount (if any) will clarify the financial impact on taxpayers.

City renews excess workers' comp insurance with Midwest Employers, $332,702/year

Covers claims above the city's self-insured retention limit for workplace injuries. Premium funds come from general budget and must be renewed annually to protect city from catastrophic injury costs.