Llamas' Claims Seek Millions From City

[Stalewind]

Two men injured in a shooting with off-duty Topeka police officers have filed more than $47 million in claims against the city.

A copy of the claims filed on behalf of Daniel and Devin Llamas and their significant others shows they allege negligence, conspiracy and emotional distress. The Llamas were involved in a confrontation March 18, 2008, which led to the shooting.

After a review, Police Chief Ron Miller said the four officers involved acted inappropriately, but did not violate policies.

Attorney Pedro Irigonegaray said he plans to file a civil lawsuit against the city before the anniversary of the shooting. He also made he can't believe Miller would choose to retain officers who engaged in such conduct.

"I think we deserve better," he said.

Here's 47 Million reasons why these cops should be fired.

They escaped criminal prosecution and retained their jobs... now the taxpayers get to pay their stupid tax.

[laughing66607]

Damo, sure wish the popo would shoot me in my nut sack, all they ever did was get me in trouble anyway, lol.

We knew this was coming. They won't get that but they will get one hell of a paycheck,

[brockert80]

I wonder why they brought in attorneys from Kansas City? Pedro is listed as one of the Topeka attorneys, but perhaps he would rather have someone else do the real work and he can provide the background. This might be an indicator he doesn't think the Llamas group has a winnable claim. Just a guess.

[Greggzee]

My guess would be that these are friends of his and he thinks of a much smaller settlement PLUS attorney fees.......4 is always better than 2.
They may not even do anything.

[divemaster]

I hope they get the millions and the city fires Miller and the four drunk cops. Maybe during this trial we will get what really happen from both sides, if nothing new comes out the city better deal now and save money.

[laughing66607]

Don't know why you would wish that on us divey. I don't have a crystal ball but my bet is on a settlement and a pretty good one too. Personaly divey I think it is pretty much all out there anyway, I doubt a trial would reveal much more. I don't think it is a matter of if... just how much.

I do not think it is all that uncommon when sueing the city, especially with such a high profile case that out of town attorneys are brought in.

The one brother keeps getting his ass busted and every time he does he just lowers the amount the Judge will grant him, if it does go to trial.

I know one thing, if things ever got real shitty out there I would sure like to have a pal like GZ.

[Stalewind]

If the City is smart they will settle out of court and we'll never know the amount of damages or cost to the taxpayers.

But I'm not sure the City is "smart" anymore. They didn't fire the officers involved, even tho the Chief has stated publicly they all "acted inappropriately".

[Greggzee]

I know one thing, if things ever got real shitty out there I would sure like to have a pal like GZ.

Don't worry Patrick....I got your back !

[divemaster]

Laughing, I still would like a trial, that way we know it is out there in the open. Now we have one side and it sounds like they were screwed. Afraid to get all the story, rather live in your fantasy world?

[Greggzee]

Personally dive I have mixed feelings on this.
I think a trial with media coverage would be great. Then those who want to know all the information can have it and have a complete, educated opinion. We know that Pedro would love that too since he could play for the cameras.
I know the majority of the story and I'd still like to see how each side 'spins' their part. We both know that will happen.
My guess is this will not go to trial. No one will ever know how much (if anything) the Llamas' got.