Pays Estate of Worker Killed in 2017
Florida · S0026 · Introduced Aug 7, 2026
Why it matters
The county already paid $200,000 under state limits, and this bill would cover the rest of a court judgment. The Cabrera family would receive about $4 million more if the bill passes.
What it does
- Would direct Miami-Dade County to pay $4,024,441.26 to Stephanie Cabrera for her late husband's estate
- Would make this payment the full compensation for claims arising from Oscar Cabrera's death
- Would cap attorney fees on this claim at 25 percent of the amount awarded
Introduced
Next: committee review
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About this bill
Would require Miami-Dade County to pay $4,024,441.26 to the estate of Oscar Cabrera, who was killed in a 2017 Metromover accident. Attorney fees would be capped at 25 percent of the payment.
Relief of the Estate of Oscar Cabrera and Stephanie Cabrera by Miami-Dade County
Perspectives
💬 The case for
Family and victim advocates would likely say the court verdict and county fault justify full payment. They would argue the county should not avoid a judgment it did not appeal.
💬 The case against
Some budget watchdogs would likely say the bill sends a large payment around state damage limits. They may also argue taxpayers should not cover costs beyond the set cap.
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