NYC Must Face Ex-Firefighter's Suit Over FMLA Leave

By Patrick Hoff · October 28, 2026, 1:35 PM EDT

New York City narrowed but can't escape a former firefighter's lawsuit alleging the fire department tried to extend his probationary period and ultimately fired him because he took leave to care...

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Case Information

Case Title

Payne III v. City of New York

Case Number

7:25-cv-08028

Court

New York Southern

Nature of Suit

Civil Rights: Jobs

Date Filed

September 26, 2025