Labor & Employment Law Daily Wrap Up, RETALIATION—S.D.N.Y.: Fired probationary FDNY firefighter stated FMLA, but not FLSA, retaliation claim, (Oct 29, 2026)
Law Firms Mentioned:Filippatos
Organizations Mentioned:City of New York
By Jason Albright, J.D.
He alleged that the only explanation provided for a proposed extension of his probationary period was his use of “sick time,” despite having taken only FMLA leave to care for his daughter.
A probationary New York City firefighter who com ...