Ousted DPH spokesman claims retaliation in whistleblower suit against state
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Av Harris, in a file photo during his time as director of communications and senior advisor for public policy for the city of BridgeportFile Photo / Connecticut PostShow MoreShow Less
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Av Harris, right speaks with Bridgeport Mayor-elect Joseph Ganim before a press conference to announce a transition task force at the Public Library main branch on Monday Nov.16, 2015 in Bridgeport, Conn.Cathy Zuraw / Hearst Connecticut MediaShow MoreShow Less
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Av Harris, the former spokesman for the Department of Public Health, filed a lawsuit Tuesday arguing his termination in January violated employee protections after he voiced legal concerns about the agency’s plan to fine a Bridgeport sports bar $10,000 for suspected COVID-19 violations.
Fired health department spokesman escalates his retaliation claim into a lawsuit against state courant.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from courant.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.