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FLF Employment Law Team achieves major victory for former Cincinnati Fire Chief Michael Washington

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On August 26, Federal Judge Stephanie Bowman issued an important ruling in Finney Law Firm’s fight to get justice for former Cincinnati Fire Chief Mike Washington. Judge Bowman rejected the efforts of the City of Cincinnati and its City Manager, Sheryl Long, to have his claims dismissed on Summary Judgment.

The Court agreed with the arguments made by FLF attorneys Samantha Isaacs, Matt Okiishi, and Stephen Imm that Chief Washington had a Constitutionally protected interest in his employment, and that he did not receive the due process of law to which he was entitled before he was fired on March 24, 2023. You can read a copy of Judge Bowman’s opinion here.

Several issues remain to be decided at trial, but this is a key win for the Chief. FLF looks forward to the trial, and to achieving full vindication for Mike, a devoted public servant to the people of Cincinnati for 30 years.

You may read the decision here: Chief Washington decision

For assistance with your employment law matter, please reach out to any of Steve Imm (513.943.5678), Matt Okiishi (513.943.6659) or Samantha Isaacs (513,797.2859).

Stephen Imm
Attorney | ‭513-943-5678 | stephen@finneylawfirm.isoc.net |  + posts
Matthew Okiishi
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