Tag Archives: disability

Appellate Court Upholds Termination of Firefighter for Misconduct and Insubordination

The Appellate Division of the NY Supreme Court has upheld the termination of a volunteer firefighter from the Millwood Fire District following charges of misconduct and insubordination. Robert Correra, was accused of knowingly falsifying information during a medical clearance process and violating department procedures while under suspension.

DCFEMS Sued Over Failure to Provide Deaf Interpreter

A deaf man has filed suit against the District of Columbia Fire and Emergency Medical Services and two DC area hospitals for violating his rights under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Ryan Barrett filed suit today in US District Court for the District of Columbia.

Fire Law Roundup for January 27, 2025

In this episode of Fire Law Roundup for January 27, 2025, Brad and Curt discuss the refiling of a LODD suit against Baltimore; a suit by Louisville firefighters claiming the city reneged on an agreement with regard to medical marijuana ...

Texas BC Alleges ADA and GINA Retaliation

A battalion chief with the San Antonio Fire Department has filed suit claiming that city has failed to comply with an EEOC Conciliation Agreement related to medical examinations and retaliated against him for his role in filing complaints with the EEOC. Battalion Chief Brian McEnery filed suit today in US District Court.

New Jersey City Settles With Combat Vet Not Hired as a Firefighter for $415k

A Marine Corps veteran who was passed over by the Paterson Fire Department due to concerns about PTSD has reached a settlement of his discrimination lawsuit for $415,000. Brett D’Alessandro filed suit in 2018 naming the City of Patterson, the mayor, the fire chief, a deputy chief, and the Institute for Forensic Psychology.

Demoted and Suspended Texas Fire Chief Alleges Disability Discrimination

A Texas fire chief who was demoted and later suspended due to health-related concerns, has filed suit alleging disability discrimination and retaliation. Fire Chief Mario Escobedo filed suit against the City of Pleasanton alleging violations of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Fire Law Roundup for July 1, 2024

In this episode of Fire Law Roundup for July 1, 2024, Curt and attorney Bill Podszus discuss a lawsuit filed by seven LA City firefighters injured in the explosion of a CNG powered semi-truck; a litigation mess in Clarksburg, West ...

Baltimore Prevails in Disability Discrimination Suit

The US District Court for the District of Maryland has dismissed a disability discrimination and retaliation suit brought by an EMT with the Baltimore City Fire Department who sought to become a firefighter. Matthew Schaeffer was originally hired by the city in 2015.

Philly BC Alleges Discrimination Over Denial of Gender Affirming Coverage

A Philadelphia battalion chief has filed suit against the city, IAFF Local 22, Local 22’s Health Plan, and Independent Blue Cross alleging gender discrimination by denying her “gender-affirming care and treatment.” The chief, identified in the complaint as Jane Doe, filed suit in US District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.

Fired Colorado Fire Officer Claims Disability Discrimination

A Colorado fire lieutenant who was terminated for failing to comply with requirements associated with his return to duty following a DUI, has filed suit alleging disability discrimination and retaliation. Anthony Falbo filed suit in federal court naming the Poudre Fire Authority and the Poudre Valley Fire Protection District as defendants.

North Carolina Firefighter Granted Accommodation on EMT Exam

The North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Services has agreed to grant accommodations to a deaf firefighter with a learning disability that will allow him to retake the EMT final exam. Austin Freidt, a volunteer firefighter with the Cornatzer-Dulin Volunteer Fire Department, filed suit in 2021 after having failed the exam “multiple times.”

Fire Law Roundup for July 3, 2023

In this episode of Fire Law Roundup for July 3, 2023, Bill Maccarone and Curt discuss a court decision in the case of a Washington state firefighter who alleges disability discrimination because he cannot take his service dog to work; ...

Washington Court Rules Firefighter’s Service Dog Does Not Need To Be Examined

The US District Court for the Western District of Washington has ruled that a firefighter who sought an accommodation to have a service dog accompany him to work at the firehouse, must himself submit to a psychological exam to confirm his PTSD condition, but his dog need not submit to a service dog evaluation.

Albany Prevails in Discrimination Suit

The US District Court for the Northern District of New York has rejected the discrimination claims of an Albany fire captain who was denied a promotion to battalion chief due to an off-duty incident. Captain Jeremy Clawson claims the City of Albany rescinded a civil service promotion he earned in 2019, because of a disability and his race.

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