5th Circ. Scrutinizes Ex-Cop's Sex Bias Suit Over Sick Leave

By Anne Cullen · August 4, 2026, 7:31 PM EDT

The Fifth Circuit on Tuesday closely examined the timeline of events in a former Louisiana cop's lawsuit alleging she was demoted for complaining that men were given more leeway on medical...

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Case Information

Case Title

Payne v. Hammond City

Case Number

25-30700

Court

Appellate - 5th Circuit

Nature of Suit

3445 Amer w/Disabilities Act-Employment

Date Filed

December 01, 2025