Firefighter's Claim for Hearing Loss Denied as Untimely

A Louisiana appellate court ruled that a firefighter’s claim for benefits for his hearing loss was time-barred. Case: Dunn v. Jefferson Parish Fire Department, No. 25-CA-396, 01/28/2026, published. Facts: John Dunn spent more than 30 years working for the Jefferson Parish Fire Department before retiring in September 2021. He filed a workers’ compensation claim in September 2024, asserting that he sustained substantial hearing loss over time due to excessive noise, sirens, explosions and other occupational conditions. Procedural history: The Fire Department moved to di...