<ul><li>Michael Haas, a white man, is suing the City of Akron and its fire department for alleged discrimination after being passed over for a promotion in favor of Sierjie Lash, a Black woman who was appointed Captain.</li><li>Haas claims that the city's 'Rule of Five' policy was used to discriminate against him based on his age, race, and gender.</li><li>The lawsuit alleges that Lash's disciplinary record was expunged to qualify for the promotion, while Haas faced penalties for similar conduct.</li><li>Haas' lawsuit seeks a permanent injunction against supervisors involved, expunging negative documentation, a position he believes he was entitled to, and more than $25,000 in damages.</li></ul>

Black Woman Promoted In Akron Fire Dept, White Captain Passed Over — Now He’s Suing For Discrimination

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