Fire Law Roundup for August 5, 2024

In this episode of Fire Law Roundup for August 5, 2024, Brad and Curt discuss the demotion of an Odessa, Texas fire captain following an investigation into nude photos being taken in the firehouse; a lawsuit filed by a South Carolina assistant chief alleging wrongful termination and retaliation; charges brought against three people responsible for setting a fire that claimed the life of a Chicago firefighter; a lawsuit by IAFF General Secretary-Treasurer Frank Lima challenging discipline he received from the Los Angeles City Fire Department where he is a captain; and a New Jersey Appellate Division decision upholding the termination of a firefighter.

Texas Captain Demoted Over Nude Photo Shoot

South Carolina Assistant Chief Alleges Wrongful Termination and Retaliation

Charges Filed in Chicago LODD Arson Fire

IAFF General Secretary-Treasurer Sues Los Angeles

Termination of New Jersey Firefighter Upheld

About Curt Varone

Curt Varone has over 45 years of fire service experience and 35 as a practicing attorney licensed in both Rhode Island and Maine. His 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 two books: Legal Considerations for Fire and Emergency Services, (2006, 2nd ed. 2011, 3rd ed. 2014, 4th ed. 2022) and Fire Officer's Legal Handbook (2007), and is a contributing editor for Firehouse Magazine writing the Fire Law column.
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