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Topeka Spends Millions in Legal Settlements | Topeka News
Topeka’s legal bills have skyrocketed—over $3.1 million spent since early 2023 on 20 lawsuits, from discrimination to other disputes—with nearly $800K going to outside lawyers. While the city clawed back $133K in settlements, leaders say the trend may be reversing thanks to new safeguards and a culture shift sparked by a former city manager’s departure. Funds come from dedicated liability pools, keeping costs off the general budget. City officials are optimistic that litigation is finally cooling down. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn…
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