Baltimore Police Demands End to Firefighter Parity Clause

The Baltimore police union has filed suit to have the parity provision in the firefighters contract declared illegal. An interesting labor law issue, many states consider partity provisions to be illegal because it infringes on the rights of unions to bargain collectively. Other states permit parity provisions. Chapter 11 in FOLH addresses this issue.

Montana Supreme Court Overturns Age Limit for Recruit Firefighters

The Montana Supreme Court struck down a state law requiring firefighters to be 34 or younger when hired, finding it to be in violation of the state's constitution. The decision was issued Tuesday, August 11, 2009.

LA Settlements total $8 million

The City of Los Angeles recently settled discrimination cases with two firefighters, totaling $8 million.