Los Angeles Arson Investigator Sues City Over Discrimination
Afara Lalaind is seeking damages of more than $25,000, including for loss of earnings and employee benefits and the anxiety and anguish she says she has suffered.
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Firefighter Accuses NC City of Violating His Rights, Anti-Union Behavior
A lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court accuses High Point officials of a pattern of retaliatory and anti-union behavior that violates firefighters’ civil rights.
Baltimore County (MD) Facing Potential Legal Action After Firefighter’s Settlement
A law firm is preparing to represent firefighters who believe they have not been properly notified of a deadline to transfer service credits from other jurisdictions.
Former St. Pete Beach (FL) District Chief Faces Three Misdemeanors in Cyclist Road Rage Case
The now-former St. Pete Beach district fire chief was arrested in May after deputies said he veered his pickup truck into a bicyclist.
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More Firefighters to Sue NJ Town, Claiming Hostile Work Environment
Three Montclair Fire Department firefighters are planning to sue the township, claiming they’ve endured a hostile work environment, among other charges.
A Closer Look at CT Firefighters’ PFAS Lawsuit
The lawsuit says that PFAS break down when exposed to heat, leading to an increased risk of exposure.
Black Forest (CO) Fire Chief Placed on Administrative Leave After Staff Complaints
The Black Forest Fire Rescue Protection District has placed its chief on administrative leave following accusations made by staff.
Two More CT Fire Departments Sign on to PFAS Lawsuit Over Turnout Gear
Firefighters from two more Connecticut departments have been added to a class-action federal lawsuit against the companies that make their protective gear.
Three Charged in Connection with Chicago Firefighter’s Death
Prosecutors have charged three men with murder, arson, and financial crimes in connection with the death of Chicago Firefighter Jermaine Pelt.
Former New Haven (CT) Assistant Fire Chief Withdraws Lawsuit with Other Former Officials
Former Assistant Fire Chief Orlando Marcano and four other current and former fire officials have withdrawn a lawsuit in which he had argued they worked to undermine his ability to lead the department.
Chicago Fire Department Sexist Hiring Lawsuit Nets $11.25M Proposed Settlement
A lawsuit alleging the Chicago Fire Department used unnecessary physical tests to block women from becoming paramedics could soon end in an $11.25 million settlement.
It’s the Public’s Money
Like other organizations, fire service agencies are often targets for embezzlement. John K. Murphy discusses how to mitigate risks of theft.