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Denver Firefighters Local Sues IAFF and State Association Over Disaffiliation and $389,000 Dues Claim
Denver Fire Fighters IAFF Local 858 has filed suit against the International Association of Fire Fighters and the Colorado Professional Fire Fighters seeking a ruling that it successfully
disaffiliated from the state association and does not owe nearly $389,000 in unpaid dues.
The complaint was filed in Denver District Court on August 10, 2026. It alleges that Local 858 voluntarily paid dues to the Colorado Professional Fire Fighters for a number of years,
but never entered into a written affiliation agreement or any other contract with the state association requiring those payments. In 2024, the dues amounted to $20,747.72 per month.
On September 24, 2024, Local 858’s executive board voted 5-4 to suspend dues payments for 90 days. The Local notified the Colorado Professional Fire Fighters two days later and made
its final payment on September 19, 2024.
In November 2024, the executive board voted 7-2 to disaffiliate from the state association and permanently stop paying dues. Local 858 notified the Colorado Professional Fire Fighters
of that decision on November 13, 2024.
According to the complaint, the state association subsequently removed two Local 858 officers from their positions as the CPFF’s president and vice president. It also stopped sending
member-related emails to Local 858 members and blocked their access to the members-only portions of its website.
Local 858 later submitted the disaffiliation question directly to its membership. After providing 31 days’ written notice, the Local conducted a referendum in March 2025 in which 59%
of the votes favored disaffiliation. The membership then approved a resolution prohibiting the Local from making further payments to the Colorado Professional Fire Fighters.
A second referendum was conducted on March 16 and 17, 2026, following the settlement of internal union charges brought against members of Local 858’s executive board. After 33 days’
written notice, 70.6% of the members voting supported “forfeit[ing] [the] charter” with the state association.
The complaint alleges that Local 858 used the charter-forfeiture wording to comply with the settlement agreement even though the Colorado Professional Fire Fighters had never issued
the Local a charter.
On May 11, 2026, the state association invoiced Local 858 for $388,936.93 in dues that it claims accrued after the Local stopped making payments in September 2024.
Local 858 advances several alternative grounds for why it does not owe the money. Its primary contention is that there was never a contract or other authority obligating it to pay dues.
The complaint states...
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Eleventh Circuit Reinstates Florida Division Chief’s ADA Failure-to-Accommodate Claim
The Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals has reinstated an ADA failure-to-accommodate claim brought by a former division chief against the Ocean City-Wright Fire Control District in Florida.
Division Chief Walter Ebbert, a disabled military veteran, was hired by former Fire Chief Billy Lord in 2008. Chief Ebbert’s service-related disabilities included a traumatic brain injury
that caused anxiety and attention problems during prolonged stress, as well as post-traumatic stress disorder that caused him to shut down in highly stressful situations.
Chief Ebbert disclosed his disabilities to Chief Lord when he was hired. Chief Lord accommodated those disabilities by giving Chief Ebbert additional time to complete assignments, helping
him prioritize his work, and reducing stress in his work environment.
According to the court, those accommodations were effective. Chief Lord described Chief Ebbert as “an excellent employee” who “went above and beyond,” even when Chief Lord “put a lot
on his plate.”
After Chief Lord retired, Chief Mark Bundrick assumed command of the district. Although Chief Bundrick continued to extend some deadlines, Chief Ebbert alleged that Chief Bundrick did
not help him prioritize assignments and frequently changed the expectations associated with his work. Chief Ebbert contended that the resulting stress aggravated his disabilities and
affected his productivity.
On May 14, 2020, Chief Bundrick assigned Chief Ebbert six tasks that were to be completed within 60 days. Chief Ebbert had successfully performed similar work during his tenure under
Chief Lord but did not complete the six assignments to Fire Chief Bundrick’s satisfaction.
On December 9, 2021, Chief Ebbert requested accommodations from Human Resources Manager Jennifer Rimes. He told Human Resources Manager Rimes that Chief Bundrick and Deputy Chief Jeff
Wagner were creating a stressful environment by “constantly moving the goalposts” and refusing to provide “a list of priorities.”
Chief Ebbert requested “a less stressful environment” and asked that Chief Bundrick and Chief Wagner answer his questions and help prioritize his assignments. On January 13, 2022, Chief
Ebbert asked Chief Wagner for additional information about his assignments, including responses to questions about priorities and expected outcomes. According to Chief Ebbert, the district
did not provide the requested accommodations.
Chief Bundrick terminated Chief Ebbert on March 17, 2022, citing his failure to complete the six assignments. The original 60-day deadline had passed more than a year and a half earlier.
At the time of the termination, Chief Bundrick did not know about Chief Ebbert’s disabilities. Chief Ebbert had not disclosed them directly to Chief Bundrick, and neither Rimes nor Chief
Wagner (who allegedly was aware) did not inform him. After the termination, five of the six assignments were given to Chief Ebbert’s successor, who completed some of them within approximately
90 days.
Chief Ebbert sued the district, alleging...
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ADVANCED Disciplinary Challenges
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August 26-27 2026
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Managing Disciplinary Challenges
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Advanced FLSA: Executive Exemption: Fire Officers and Overtime
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Fair Labor Standards Act for Fire Departments
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ADVANCED Disciplinary Challenges
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October 27-28 2026
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Preventing Discrimination Claims under the Americans with Disabilities Act
** Live Webinar **
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Most ADA claims against fire and EMS agencies do not arise from intentional discrimination. They arise when well-intentioned leaders make decisions that seem reasonable but violate the
highly technical requirements of the ADA.
Hiring decisions, medical evaluations, return-to-work determinations, fitness-for-duty assessments, and extended leave requests all present legal traps that can expose a department
to significant liability.
This webinar reviews the most important—and sometimes counterintuitive—issues emergency service entities encounter under the ADA. Topics include navigating pre-offer versus post-offer
medical examinations, handling requests for light duty, evaluating indefinite leave, documenting essential functions, coordinating with treating providers, and avoiding common pitfalls
that lead to costly litigation.
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Managing Disciplinary Challenges
in the Fire Service
November 18-19, 2026
Lake Tahoe, Nevada
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Advanced Disciplinary Issues: Toxic Employees
** Live Webinar **
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The name is offensive to some, but managing a toxic employee is one of the most difficult challenges an officer will face. At risk are the effects of the employee’s toxicity on coworkers
and the workplace, while at the same time the likelihood that the employee will respond with grievances, lawsuits or perhaps by attacking those trying to do the right thing.
The problems associated with toxic personalities transcend the fire service, but our unique culture combined with the realities of public employment make handling toxic employees all
the more difficult. Toxic bosses can complicate matters even further. This program focuses on how to recognize and manage toxic employees.
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Fair Labor Standards Act for Fire Departments
December 7-9, 2026
Seattle, Washington
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Managing Disciplinary Challenges
in the Fire Service
January 13-14, 2027
Charleston, South Carolina
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FLSA Bootcamp for Volunteer &
Combination Fire Departments
** Live Webinar **
January 20, 2027 - 1:00pm ET
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Managing Disciplinary Challenges
in the Fire Service
February 18-19, 2027
Georgetown, Texas
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Live webinars on a range of fire law topics are available. Get the training you need at prices you can afford through online classes. Limited dates available for late 2026.
Also booking dates in 2027 for live-in-person classes.
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The Judgment Line is now available!!!
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What folks are saying:
With Hemmingway’s crisp precision and Turow’s narrative turns, Curt Varone crafts an engaging modern parable that confronts humanity’s ancient and enduring ethical dilemmas.
Dr. Denis Onieal , Deputy US Fire Administrator (ret), Chief, Jersey City Fire Department (ret)
Curt Varone’s The Judgement Line is more than a compelling novel— it is a philosophical journey into justice, ethics, conscience, and the human spirit.
Erin McGruder, MPA, Director of Training and Education
Curt’s work is spellbinding and immerses that reader in such a way that each chapter causes serious personal introspection.
Dennis L. Rubin, Fire Chief
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Curt Varone
Curt Varone has over 50 years of experience in the fire service. He served twenty-nine years with the Providence, Rhode Island, Fire Department, retiring as a Deputy Assistant Chief
(shift-commander). He has been a practicing attorney for 40 years licensed in both Rhode Island and Maine. Besides his Juris Doctor, he has a Master of Science degree in Forensic Psychology.
He previously served as the Director of the Public Fire Protection Division at the National Fire Protection Association. Curt has written two books, Legal Considerations for Fire and
Emergency Services, and Fire Officer's Legal Handbook. He is a contributing editor for Firehouse Magazine writing the Fire Law column and remains active as a deputy chief with the Exeter
(RI) Fire Department.
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More Fire Law News
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Fire Law News Fireground Photos
A big thank you is in order to Ken LaBelle of NRIFIREPHOTOS.com for supplying a new fireground photo each week for Fire Law News. For those not familiar with Ken's work, please visit
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Beyond the Blog
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* Firefighter Overtime: Proposed Senate Bill Would Double FLSA Overtime Rate <https://numfmp7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001f-MewerRJL05Xfz4KAJP6eSYEjxe-0iYUV0ru_FN5hei8inmjSeXfUOfVEGAgkX9RV5ZUg3MDLBesgA5
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* Federal judge allows amended lawsuit over 3 Baltimore firefighter deaths <https://numfmp7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001f-MewerRJL05Xfz4KAJP6eSYEjxe-0iYUV0ru_FN5hei8inmjSeXfUOfVEGAgkX9MuIAtqwoJzriSjEAt7
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* Appeals court rules in favor of fired Cincinnati fire chief, paving way for lawsuit to proceed <https://numfmp7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001f-MewerRJL05Xfz4KAJP6eSYEjxe-0iYUV0ru_FN5hei8inmjSeXfUOfVEGA
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* Golden fire chief fired days after city manager as city investigates ‘racist incident’ <https://numfmp7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001f-MewerRJL05Xfz4KAJP6eSYEjxe-0iYUV0ru_FN5hei8inmjSeXfUOfVEGAgkX9pzLi
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* Ventura settles firefighter's gender discrimination lawsuit <https://numfmp7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001f-MewerRJL05Xfz4KAJP6eSYEjxe-0iYUV0ru_FN5hei8inmjSeXfUOfVEGAgkX92J5JTfBEsFaEi3lt2ZXFz-VXkvuCD_z
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* Firefighter Secretly Filmed Women's Changing Room <https://numfmp7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001f-MewerRJL05Xfz4KAJP6eSYEjxe-0iYUV0ru_FN5hei8inmjSeXfUOfVEGAgkX99v2o4KVXLSnU-UA9SfmtP1bKJoq7oIDnxmhFjYa3s
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* Former Johnson fire chief pleads guilty of theft and abuse of office <https://numfmp7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001f-MewerRJL05Xfz4KAJP6eSYEjxe-0iYUV0ru_FN5hei8inmjSeXfUOfVEGAgkX90Z5xhZhCq4ijLCcnENVaPS
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* Norwich fire command lawsuit moves toward final testimony phase <https://numfmp7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001f-MewerRJL05Xfz4KAJP6eSYEjxe-0iYUV0ru_FN5hei8inmjSeXfUOfVEGAgkX9UxkRc1rlZOiugLnFazRRPs25Xcf
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* New Orleans firefighter union sues city for assignments, pay <https://numfmp7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001f-MewerRJL05Xfz4KAJP6eSYEjxe-0iYUV0ru_FN5hei8inmjSeXfUOfVEGAgkX949qCo2JIGPpCWVJZA4xs6tKkI_hFT
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* How does a KC firefighter who caused 3 deaths get just 3 days without pay? <https://numfmp7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001f-MewerRJL05Xfz4KAJP6eSYEjxe-0iYUV0ru_FN5hei8inmjSeXfUOfVEGAgkX910nsh3DZ-fs2I7Z4
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Advanced FLSA: Firefighter Work Schedules for the 21st Century
August 20, 2026 - Live Webinar - Details/Register <https://numfmp7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001f-MewerRJL05Xfz4KAJP6eSYEjxe-0iYUV0ru_FN5hei8inmjSeXfW42Vr5xXSrhtVqZVtSaEIfKwyJUH3PjTc37JHw6oPiUpLZ7RVKauyq
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Advanced Disciplinary Challenges in
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Family and Medical Leave Act, Sick Leave Abuse & the Fire Service: Averting claims of discrimination & retaliation
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Managing Disciplinary Challenges in
the Fire Service - WEBINAR
September 15-17, 2026 - Live Webinar - Details/Register <https://numfmp7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001f-MewerRJL05Xfz4KAJP6eSYEjxe-0iYUV0ru_FN5hei8inmjSeXfRxEzBeiqFFgjAzoy0ffHJ7oe8mzjUqeEiQK2y6eo14akAi6l
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Advanced FLSA: Executive Exemption - Fire Officers and Overtime
September 23, 2026 - Live Webinar - Details/Register <https://numfmp7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001f-MewerRJL05Xfz4KAJP6eSYEjxe-0iYUV0ru_FN5hei8inmjSeXfcG1Lv4-2NUick2R6kgss1e1QF-EIqX-NbxAbnP6s-1oD7NXMcot
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FLSA for Fire Departments
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Advanced Garrity Issues: Firefighters and
the Right to Remain Silent
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Advanced Disciplinary Challenges in
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October 27-28, 2026 - Columbus, Ohio - Details/Register <https://numfmp7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001f-MewerRJL05Xfz4KAJP6eSYEjxe-0iYUV0ru_FN5hei8inmjSeXfWneqTA468cADM0SvnXt-6J--46GIQ3SDR5kCYsRY1QHd__x1
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Advanced Disciplinary Issues: Credibility Determinations
November 4, 2026 - Live Webinar - Details/Register <https://numfmp7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001f-MewerRJL05Xfz4KAJP6eSYEjxe-0iYUV0ru_FN5hei8inmjSeXfQXiMTFdAKgjibs4IBjozmIsMkJB64eilo9dPvHGfhLo4DLhFVZKH
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Preventing Discrimination Claims under the Americans with Disabilities Act
November 12, 2026 - Live Webinar - Details/Register <https://numfmp7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001f-MewerRJL05Xfz4KAJP6eSYEjxe-0iYUV0ru_FN5hei8inmjSeXfcF4n0_GC2I6-6lO7wyHfFXB5o9pN1Szst5IMFrf0e6h_fC4JFSh4
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Managing Disciplinary Challenges in
the Fire Service
November 18-19, 2026 - Lake Tahoe, Nevada - Details/Register <https://numfmp7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001f-MewerRJL05Xfz4KAJP6eSYEjxe-0iYUV0ru_FN5hei8inmjSeXff1F0n_zqjvZv_aOROsOPfz_pIjARAYuhAzEcsNNuDmz
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Advanced Disciplinary Issues: Toxic Employees
December 2, 2026 - Live Webinar - Details/Register <https://numfmp7ab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001f-MewerRJL05Xfz4KAJP6eSYEjxe-0iYUV0ru_FN5hei8inmjSeXfVezuCbRV9zKKT_3AM0cFuNj41UdDqbjoAJ6NIKs4qLa_m-QVTeMa
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FLSA for Fire Departments
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