City to settle Leroy Torrence claim for $12,000
If approved, the city would pay $12,000 from the general fund to settle a claim filed by Leroy Torrence. The settlement would resolve the matter without further litigation.
Topic
Legal & Settlements
Agenda items
Legal & Settlements items
Settlement up for vote: $150K payout for BFRS worker injury claim
If approved, the city would pay $150,000 to settle a workers' compensation claim from a Birmingham Fire & Rescue Service employee injured on the job. Funds would come from the general fund.
Proposed $21K settlement in Perkins v. City lawsuit
If approved, the city would pay $21,000 from the general fund to settle a civil lawsuit (Charles D. Perkins v. City of Birmingham). This resolves pending litigation in Jefferson County Circuit Court.
Council to authorize litigation against telecom firms over lead-cable contaminat
Would authorize the City to pursue civil claims and class-action lawsuits against telecommunication companies for lead exposure from lead-sheathed cables. If successful, recovery would offset legal costs on a contingency basis, potentially securing damages for affected residents.
Council to settle $25K vehicle damage claim against National General Insurance
If approved, the city would receive $25,000 to cover damage from a December 2025 collision involving a National General insured driver. The settlement would resolve the claim and allow the Mayor to finalize necessary documents.
City to settle Elijah Kelley claim for up to $12,000
If approved, the city would pay up to $12,000 from the general fund to settle a claim filed by Elijah Kelley. Funds would come from the designated General Ledger account.
Settlement vote: $12,500 payout in Russell v. Barbour case
Council would authorize up to $12,500 in general funds to settle the civil claim Christopher Shane Russell v. Shunta Barbour et al (Case CV-2025-900507). Funds come from the city's general ledger.
Council to authorize fire truck price-fixing litigation
Would allow Birmingham to pursue potential claims against fire truck makers for alleged price-fixing and anticompetitive conduct. Any recovery would reduce costs the city paid for fire equipment; outside counsel would work on contingency (up to 33% of recovery) with no cost to th
Settlement: City recovers auto insurance claim from Country Financial
City resolves a vehicle damage claim against Country Financial from a March 2026 accident involving one of the insurer's drivers. Settlement terms not disclosed in the item summary.
Ordinance amends attorney licensing rules (NAICS 541)
City updates professional licensing requirements for attorneys under local code. First reading; public input opportunity at second reading.
Safety plan rules for clubs and entertainment venues amended
Updates safety requirements for nightlife venues. Affects how bars, clubs, and entertainment establishments must plan for emergencies and protect patrons.
City settles workers' comp claim with department employee
City resolves workplace injury claim through settlement, keeping the outcome confidential per legal agreement.
Settlement: City pays judgment in Stallworth case
Court ordered the city to pay damages to Justin Stallworth. The settlement comes from the general fund, affecting city budget.
City settles Affinity Hospital lawsuit
The city and Affinity Hospital (Grandview Hospital) are resolving a legal dispute. Settlement terms—including any payment—have not been disclosed in the public agenda.
City settles Cal-Ark International lawsuit
Settlement resolves litigation with Cal-Ark International; terms not disclosed in public summary.
City settles Kenisha Germany lawsuit
Settlement resolves a legal claim against the City. Details of the case, terms, and any city payment are not disclosed in this agenda item.
City approves medical waste facility for Harvest Solutions at 7th & 31st
Harvest Solutions LLC opens an indoor medical waste treatment and document shredding facility on 7th Avenue North. The facility will handle hazardous medical materials and confidential documents from hospitals and healthcare providers in the region.
City approves medical waste facility for Harvest Solutions at 7th & 31st
Harvest Solutions LLC opens an indoor medical waste treatment and document shredding facility on 7th Avenue North. The facility will handle hazardous medical materials and confidential documents from hospitals and healthcare providers in the region.
City adds paid Mental Health Leave for full-time employees
Full-time city workers can now take paid time off for mental health care without using vacation or sick days. This recognizes mental health as a priority for employee wellness.
City acquires temporary construction easement at 637 Pratt Highway
City gains right to use private property for construction work. Owners may receive compensation under eminent domain law.
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