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Civil Rights Suit Brought by Homeless Man Against Dallas Fire and Former Firefighter to Continue

A federal court in Texas has refused to dismiss a lawsuit filed by a homeless man who was beaten by a Dallas firefighter in 2019. Kyle Vess filed suit against the City of Dallas and firefighter Brad Cox alleging a violation of his civil rights under 42 USC § 1983.

Dallas Fire Prevails in Civil Rights Suit Brought by Homeless Man

A lawsuit filed by a homeless man who was assaulted by a Dallas firefighter in 2019, as been dismissed by a federal court. However, after explaining the complex allegations in depth, the court granted the man an opportunity to replead his case.

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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