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Washington State Settles DOC Slip-and-Fall Claim for $20,000
On July 7, 2007, the State of Washington settled for $20,000 a tort claim filed by woman who was injured by a fall at a Department of Corrections office in Kennewick. The woman was a health care provider earning $829.00 a month, but was unable to work due to her injuries. She allegedly suffered a right-elbow impact and shooting pain to the neck as well as lower lumbar pain. She was required to wear a cervical collar and take prescription pain medication and muscle relaxant to control the neck pain.
See: Washington State Division of Risk Management Claim # 3060766
See: Washington State Division of Risk Management Claim # 3060766
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Washington State Division of Risk Management
| Year | 2007 |
|---|---|
| Cite | Claim No. 3060766 |
| Level | Administrative Agency |
| Conclusion | Settlement |
| Damages | 20,000.00 |
| Injunction Status | N/A |