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Curt VaroneDecember 1, 2016
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Savannah Fire Chief Cleared Of Hostile Work Environment Allegations

A comprehensive investigation into allegations of a hostile work environment in the Savannah Fire & Emergency Services has been completed,…
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Curt VaroneJune 9, 2015
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Should We Accept Anonymous Complaints Against Firefighters?

Today’s burning question: If someone wants to file a complaint against a firefighter, can we allow that person to remain…
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Curt Varone has over 50 years of fire service experience and 40 as a practicing attorney licensed in both Rhode Island and Maine. Besides his law degree, he also has a master’s in forensic psychology. His fire service background includes 29 years as a career firefighter in Providence (retiring as a Deputy Assistant Chief), as well as volunteer and paid-on-call experience.

He is the author of three books: Legal Considerations for Fire and Emergency Services (2006, 2nd ed. 2011, 3rd ed. 2014, 4th ed. 2022), Managing Disciplinary Challenges in the Fire Service (2026), and Fire Officer's Legal Handbook (2007), and is a contributing editor for Firehouse Magazine, writing the Fire Law column.

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Savannah Fire Chief Cleared Of Hostile Work Environment Allegations

Should We Accept Anonymous Complaints Against Firefighters?