A New York City Police Officer received an $800,000 settlement from the City of New York after she injured her ankle while attempting to sit down at a picnic table outside at the Rodman's Neck training facility.
One of the picnic table legs broke, causing the table to collapse and fall onto her ankle. The Officer suffered significant injuries to her Achilles tendon, which required surgery and resulted in scarring. DCD filed a notice of claim within the 90-day time limit. DCD sued the City of New York pursuant to GML § 205-e, alleging the City violated New York City Administrative Code § 28-301.1 and Labor Law § 27-a(3). The Officer was subsequently awarded a 3/4 line-of-duty disability pension.
Marion Livermore negotiated a settlement of $800,000 from the City of New York.