All,
Just a reminder that tomorrow (WEDNESDAY APRIL 29 at 1300 EST) there will be a special webinar on one of the most important court rulings in recent fire service history: the Line-of-Duty Death of Lt. Garrett Ramos of the Sterling (IL) Fire Department. This single family dwelling fire and his Line of Duty Death resulted in a civil lawsuit that ultimately delivered a $31.5 million verdict against the city of Rock Falls (IL) — the largest Firefighter LODD verdict in United States history.
Brothers & Sisters:
This is not about the money — this is about the death of a Firefighter and the facts of what happened and how we can all learn from the facts. There are critical tactical, command, leadership, and legal lessons for all of us to learn. NO ONE responded to this fire expecting anything to go wrong….
This webinar will feature a candid discussion with the plaintiff’s attorney and an expert witness involved in the case.
THIS IS a free event open to all. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn what went wrong, why the jury ruled as it did, and what YOU can do to reduce the chances of something similar happening on YOUR fireground.
From Firefighter to Company Officer to Chief — this webinar applies to every rank — but most critically to every fire officer, acting fire officer and chief fire officer. Please block out the time and register. No cost. Just your time to learn.
After the Verdict: Operational Lessons from a $31.5M Firefighter Line of Duty Death
TOMORROW Wednesday, April 29, 2026 | 1 pm Eastern
REGISTER HERE:
Please share this unique opportunity with every Firefighter, Company and Chief Officer you are connected with.
Take Care. Be Careful. Pass it On.
BillyG
The Secret List 4/28/2026-1300 Hours
