Joseph Minicozzi, Jr., a retired firefighter and 9/11 responder, has filed a lawsuit against the Oyster Bay Fire Department and its Chief, Frank Mantegari III, in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York. The complaint alleges violations of Minicozzi’s constitutional rights and discrimination under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Minicozzi claims he was wrongfully suspended and expelled from the fire department due to his disability, which includes PTSD from his service as a firefighter. The lawsuit seeks monetary damages of at least $1 million for each cause of action cited, including discrimination, retaliation, and violation of due process rights.
Minicozzi’s legal representation is Horn Wright LLP, with Spencer D. Shapiro listed as the attorney on record. The case highlights issues surrounding workplace discrimination and retaliation within volunteer organizations like fire departments.
Source: 225cv06191_Joseph_Minicozzi_v_Oyster_Bay_Complaint_Eastern_District_of_New_York.pdf
