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$444,000 Sexual Harassment Verdict in Florida Upheld

The 11th Circuit has affirmed a $444,000 jury verdict against the New Smyrna Beach Fire Department in favor of a female firefighter who sued for sexual harassment, discrimination, and retaliation. Firefighter/paramedic Melissa Smith was terminated in 2008 following what appeared to be a series of disciplinary infractions

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