When you receive a civil service job disqualification such as a NYPD Psychological Disqualification or a FDNY Medical Disqualification it is crucial that you meet with a civil service law attorney to discuss your case.
An attorney who is knowledgeable in the area will be able to explain to you the three steps to
A Nassau County Police Officer candidate failed to meet the Municipal Police Training Council standard for blood pressure and was disqualified in August 2013. The candidate suffered from “White Coats Syndrome” which is an elevated blood pressure in a clinical setting. The candidate had no history of hypertension with his primary physician. The Nassau County
Michael Picciano v Nassau County Civil Service Commission
The plaintiff in this case was denied appointment as a correctional officer due to his color vision deficiency. The Commission advised him of their decision and informed him that any submissions must be filed within 15 days.
On November 22 the plaintiff attempted to fight the decision
Matter of Antonio Cardona v City of New York Civil Service Commission
Petitioner, Antonio Cardona, brought about this Article 78 proceeding to vacate his disqualification for appointment as a Police Officer with the New York City Police Department (NYPD).
Petitioner passed the written portion of the exam and was placed on the eligible list for
Overview of Appeals of Medical and Psychological Disqualifications for New York City
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