Tag Archives: El Segundo Fire Department

Fire Law Roundup for January 6, 2025

In this episode of Fire Law Roundup for January 6, 2025, Brad and Curt discuss the arrest of a New York volunteer for calling in false alarms; an FLSA overtime lawsuit filed against a North Carolina fire department; the enactment ...

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California Appellate Court Reinstates Age Discrimination Suit

An appellate court in California has reversed a trial court decision that dismissed an age discrimination lawsuit brought by an El Segundo fire captain. Captain Scott Martinez accused the City and Fire Chief Chris Donovan of refusing to promote him to battalion chief due to his age and because he reported certain improprieties.

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California Captain Claims Age Discrimination & Retaliation

A California fire captain who was passed over for promotion to battalion chief has filed suit claiming age discrimination and retaliation for having complained about a perceived violation of the law. Captain Scott Martinez filed suit last week against the City of El Segundo and Fire Chief Chris Donovan.

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California Battalion Chief Claims Age Discrimination & Harassment

A battalion chief with the El Segundo Fire Department has filed suit claiming he has been subjected to years of age-related harassment intended to drive him off the department. Battalion Chief Shawn Bonfield filed suit in Los Angeles County Superior Court last week alleging two counts of discrimination and harassment.

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