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TRIAL ATTORNEYS & ADVOCATES
September 3, 2013
Via Certified Mail-Return Receipt Requested
Honorable Jason Buelterman, Mayor
City of Tybee Island
2749 Butler Avenue
P. Q. Box 2749
Tybee Island, GA 31328
City Council
do Clerk of Council
City of Tybee Island
2749 Butler Avenue
P. Q. Box 2749
Tybee Island, GA 31328
Re: Robert Chism
13/Incident: 03/28/2013
Location of Incident: 10 Tybrisa Street
Ante Litem Notice
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen:
This correspondence is sent pursuant to 0.C.G.A. §36-33-5, constituting an ante litem
notice in connection with the following claims:
1. Claim of Robert Chism, individually, for medical bills, lost income, and pain and
suffering.
2. Date of Loss: March 28, 2013 at approximately 11:30 a.m.
3. Location: South side of Tybrisa Street, Tybee Island, Georgia between Butler
Avenue and the beach.
7 E. CONGRESS STREET . SUITE 901 . SAVANNAH . GA 31401
acI: q1.2 527.7000 fax: 912.527.7900
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4. The negligence which caused the injury was(a)the negligent failure to maintain
and warn of dangerous conditions on Tybresia Street in the City of Tybee Island,
specifically the maintenance of dangerous temporary fencing with a faded and
virtually unrecognizable base which protruded onto and in the sidewalk area of
said street in the vicinity of 10 Tybresia Street.
5. Description of Incident: Mr. Chism fell while striking his foot on unmarked bases
of temporary fence improperly protruding onto city sidewalk along Tybrisa Street.
He fell into the fence, suffering injuries to his body as a result of the unmarked
and improperly placed obstruction
6. Extent of Injury to Mr. Chism: Mr. Chism suffered bruises, contusions, and
broken right hand from which he now experiences pain and arthritis. This injury
has interfered with Mr. Chism's profession as an organist and pianist. He has
incurred medical expenses of$3,500.00 which are continuing and lost income of
$1,800.00 which is also continuing in addition to physical mental and emotional
pain and suffering.
Pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 36-33-5 you have thirty(30)days for the presentation of this
claim to determine your response to this matter.
Sincerely,
T as A.N.-h,Jr.
TANJr:cf
(CM#: 7010 2780 0002 1579 3178)
(CM#: 7010 2780 0002 1 579 3161)
cc: Edward M. Hughes, Esq.
Mr. Robert Chism