Legal Issues
The legal issues topic contains news and information about legal issues affecting EMS personnel, agencies or departments. Find the latest news from personnel misconduct, to disciplinary and harassment cases, to malpractice lawsuits, as well as advice to prevent legal action with EMS training, documentation and management.
Three takeaways from the conviction of Aurora Fire Rescue paramedics in the death of Elijah McClain
We threaten our organization’s resiliency and progress when we make opinion-based decisions
An ambulance security New Year’s resolution
Key takeaways and memorable moments from the Pinnacle EMS Leadership Forum
The 27-year-old Syracuse man given an appearance ticket for the inappropriate touching
Two EMS standouts were recognized with the Pinnacle Lifetime Achievement and Emerging EMS Leader awards
Fitch & Associates partners orchestrated the non-profit as a surprise for Founding partner Jay Fitch, PhD, to advance EMS leadership opportunities
Jay Fitch delivered an inspiring and thought-provoking keynote address to EMS leaders on how to future-ready their organization
The state DHHS and CDC issued an emergency rule requiring vaccination by October 1
Jessica Cox shared lessons of resilience and courage to inspire EMS leaders during the Pinnacle EMS keynote presentation
Michael S. Spence, 28, is facing numerous charges in two cases, including aggravated assault, terroristic threats and reckless endangerment
City lawyers have 30 days to hand over the $17 million to the law firm representing the FDNY EMTs and paramedics — or appeal the decision to a higher court
Richard Zuschlag, Acadian Ambulance Chairman and CEO, issues urgent plea for help in “a positive way” to increase vaccination of employees and their friends and family
The Charlotte, N.C. agency is implementing a deadline for all employees to get the vaccine or submit religious or medical exemptions
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Kevin Lanterman, a 29-year veteran of Sedgwick County EMS, was chosen by county management following the resignation of the previous director
Jacob Dindinger, 20, had worked as a Tucson EMT for 4 months before he was shot while responding to a call
Two of the four paramedics who responded to a shooting death by federal authorities were initially “prevented” from being interviewed, union leaders said
First Response owner David Childers said Decatur Morgan Hospital is not part of the city’s traditional ambulance service agreement, and accused the hospital of stealing his employees
Rob Lawrence and Scott Moore on how to retain EMS staff through the first year
2 of the 4 EMTs present at a police-involved shooting were not interviewed by state investigators, union says
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Danielle Lynn Hineline, 29, who remains at large, is accused of punching one Manheim Township provider and hitting another with a metal clip
Steven J. Kwestel withheld over $1.3 million in taxes from employees, without paying the IRS
An armed suspect pointed his gun at an EMT and forced a firefighter from the ambulance
The guard fired a single shot at the knife-wielding patient, which police say likely hit a back tire of the ambulance
As the Delta variant accelerates in the U.S., first responders should be aware of the differences in the latest strain
The AAA/Newton 360 turnover survey measures the cost of replacing EMTs and paramedics
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A Scranton man is facing a slew of charges after allegedly lighting an ambulance on fire then walking away
Jacob Dindinger remains in critical condition after being shot in the head, neck and arm
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