Sorenson v. City of Omaha

James H. Sorensen appeals an order of dismissal entered by a three-judge panel of the Nebraska Workers’ Compensation Court after rehearing.

Appellant was a 21-year veteran of the City of Omaha fire division who held the rank of firefighter until he took the examination for the position of captain. He was selected from the eligibility list as a probationary captain on December 31, 1985. Pursuant to city ordinance and the contract between the City of Omaha and the Professional Firefighters Association of Omaha, Local 385, appellant was required to serve a 6-month probationary period. On…