NJ Appeals Court Affirms Ruling In Favor of Fire Department on Disability Claim

The Appellate Division of the NJ Superior Court has upheld a verdict in favor of the Cranford Fire Department’s decision not to hire a firefighter who failed a psych exam. The suit was brought by Frank Rivera, who was passed over for a career position despite having served as a call firefighter for many years.

Baltimore Settles ADA Claim With Justice Department

The City of Baltimore has settled a case brought by the United States Department of Justice challenging hiring practices that the DOJ claims discriminate against people with disabilities. The suit was brought on behalf of a woman who was given ...

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NJ Appeals Court Affirms Ruling In Favor of Fire Department on Disability Claim

Baltimore Settles ADA Claim With Justice Department