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Settlement of Lawsuit: Danielle Valiao v. City of Oakland

Original title: Subject: Danielle Valiao, V. City Of Oakland; Buck Wild Brewing; Action Jackson, LLC; 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 Danielle Valiao, An Individual V. City Of Oakland, A Public Entity; Buck Wild Brewing, A Business Entity; Action Jackson, LLC, A Business Entity; And Does 1 Through 50, Inclusive, Alameda County Superior Court Case No. 23CV037540, City Attorney’s File No. 36177, In The Amount Of One Hundred And Twenty Five Thousand Dollars And Zero Cents ($125,000.00) (Department Of Transportation- Dangerous Condition)

Record date · January 9, 2025

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What This Bill Does

The Oakland City Council has approved a $125,000 settlement to resolve a lawsuit filed by Danielle Valiao regarding a involving the Department of Transportation. The settlement also includes Buck Wild Brewing and Action Jackson, LLC as co-defendants.

Why it matters

The City of Oakland will pay $125,000 in public funds to resolve a legal claim involving a Department of Transportation-related .

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Danielle Valiao

The plaintiff receives the settlement funds as part of the legal resolution.

Directly affected

City of Oakland Taxpayers

Public funds are being used to pay the $125,000 settlement amount.

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Buck Wild Brewing

Named as a co-defendant in the lawsuit being settled.

Key Facts

  • The City of Oakland will pay $125,000 to settle the lawsuit filed by Danielle Valiao.
  • The lawsuit (Case No. 23CV037540) involves allegations of a 'dangerous condition' related to the Department of Transportation.
  • The settlement includes the City of Oakland, Buck Wild Brewing, Action Jackson, LLC, and Does 1 through 50.
  • The resolution was introduced on December 13, 2024.
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  • The resolution has been passed by the City Council.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this settlement for?
The settlement resolves a lawsuit regarding a '' involving the City of Oakland's Department of Transportation.
How much is the city paying?
The city is authorized to pay $125,000 to settle the case.

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Department of Transportation Liability

The settlement highlights a specific liability claim against the Department of Transportation, which may indicate recurring maintenance or safety issues.

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