Subject: Filmon Hagos V. The City Of Oakland, A Public Entity, The County Of Alameda, A Public Entity, First Presbyterian Church Of Oakland, A Nonprofit Religious Corporation; And Does 1 Through 50, Inclusive From: Office Of The City Attorney Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Authorizing And Directing The City Attorney To Compromise And Settle The Case Of Filmon Hagos V. The City Of Oakland, A Public Entity, The County Of Alameda, A Public Entity, First Presbyterian Church Of Oakland, A Nonprofit Religious Corporation; And Does 1 Through 50, Inclusive, Alameda County Superior Court Case No. 23CV046388, City Attorney File No. 36395, In The Sum Of Two Hundred And Fifty Thousand Dollars And Zero Cents ($250,000.00), Payable To Filmon Hagos And His Attorneys At Harris Personal Injury Lawyers (Oakland Department Of Transportation - Dangerous Condition)
Summary
The City Council is asked to approve a settlement for the lawsuit Filmon Hagos v. The City Of Oakland, et al. The case, filed in Alameda County Superior Court (Case No. 23CV046388), stems from an incident on April 22, 2023, where the plaintiff alleges tripping on an uplifted sidewalk defect in front of the First Presbyterian Church at 2619 Broadway Avenue. The plaintiff claims injuries including a fractured right ankle and broken right fibula, seeking damages for medical bills and pain and suffering. The City Attorney recommends settling the case for $250,000.00 to avoid further litigation costs and risks, without admitting liability. The settlement amount is payable to Filmon Hagos and his attorneys at Harris Personal Injury Lawyers. The City Council previously authorized this settlement in a Closed Session on December 16, 2025.