Misconduct exposed | Seattle Fire Dept sued for $2.5m by sacked HR head over alleged retaliation

The Seattle Fire Department’s former Head of Human Resources has filed a $2.5million claim against the city, alleging she was terminated after repeatedly flagging misconduct, sexual harassment, and safety lapses within the department.

Sarah Lee, a veteran attorney and former Seattle City Attorney’s Office lawyer, said she faced retaliation for trying to ensure the department handled its internal issues legally and appropriately.