This appeal presents two issues for this Court's consideration: (1) whether the common-law "fireman's rule" or "firefighter's rule" precludes a police officer from recovering damages for an assault and battery inflicted upon her during the performance of her duties; and (2) whether plaintiff has a cause of action for wanton or willful misconduct pursuant to General Municipal Law § 205-e.
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