The City of Carthage announces that the lawsuit filed in the case of Dagnan vs. City of Carthage has been settled.
The Midwest Public Risk Management Fund (MPR), which provides liability insurance coverage for the City, reviewed the matter and authorized the settlement. Under the terms of MPR’s coverage, MPR may investigate claims or lawsuits at its discretion, including those within the City’s deductible. MPR also retains the right and duty to defend lawsuits, select legal counsel, and negotiate settlements. If a member entity such as the City declines a settlement authorized by MPR, the City may be responsible for all further legal defense costs and any additional settlement amounts.
In this case, MPR recommended a settlement to the City, and Council agreed. The City’s only financial contribution was a $1,000.00 deductible; the remaining costs were covered by MPR. Additionally, as part of this resolution, the City makes no admission of liability or wrongdoing.
Council sincerely believes that this is in the best interest of our community as we look forward to a peaceful and prosperous year ahead. The City remains committed to transparency, good governance, and service to the community.