Sec. 16. Except as provided in section 20 of this chapter, the governing body of a political subdivision may compromise, settle, or defend against a claim or suit brought against the political subdivision or its employees. [Pre-1998 Recodification Citation: 34-4-16.5-15.] As added by P.L.1-1998, SEC.8.
Compromise or settlement of claim by political subdivision
Ind. Code § 34-13-3-16, under Tort Claims Against Governmental Entities and Public Employees.
Ind. Code § 34-13-3-16