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Dec 5, 2024

eBay accused by former employee of failing to pay timely wages

A class and collective action lawsuit has been filed against online marketplace eBay Inc. for alleged violations of labor laws regarding timely wage payments.

Dec 5, 2024

Former employee alleges pregnancy discrimination against Taco Bell

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Taco Bell, alleging pregnancy discrimination and wrongful termination.

Nov 24, 2024

Plaintiff alleges restaurant operators violated ADA due to accessibility barriers

A lawsuit has been filed against two businesses for alleged violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) over accessibility issues at a restaurant in South Ozone Park, New York.

Nov 24, 2024

Plaintiff alleges Suffolk County officials misapplied traffic laws in fraud scheme

A lawsuit has been filed in the Eastern District of New York on Nov. 12, 2024, accusing several Suffolk County officials and entities of violating the civil rights of Reverend Dr. Juan-Jose Brookins through a corrupt enterprise involving the misapplication of traffic laws.

Nov 24, 2024

Former security guard sues Arrow Security over pregnancy discrimination

A lawsuit has been filed against Arrow Security, Inc. (formerly known as Aron Security), alleging discrimination and harassment related to pregnancy.

Nov 22, 2024

Michigan-based pillow manufacturer sues online retailer over trademark infringement

Hit Notion LLC, a Michigan-based company known for its patented pillow designs, has filed a lawsuit against DigitalPrints USA Corp., which operates under the name Cheer Collection, an online retailer.

Nov 22, 2024

Veteran's widow alleges negligence against VA over husband's care

A lawsuit has been filed against the United States, alleging negligence and medical malpractice in the care of a veteran at the Northport VA Medical Center.

Nov 21, 2024

Construction companies sue law firms and individuals for orchestrating staged accident fraud

Several construction companies have filed a lawsuit accusing multiple individuals and law firms of orchestrating a fraudulent scheme involving staged construction accidents.

Nov 21, 2024

Teacher sues Department of Education over alleged mishandling of medical exemption

A tenured teacher has filed a lawsuit against the New York City Department of Education, claiming the agency mishandled her medical exemption from the COVID-19 vaccine mandate.

Nov 21, 2024

Lawsuit accuses NYPD officers of excessive force and sexual assault

A lawsuit has been filed against the City of New York and several unnamed police officers, alleging violations of constitutional rights.

Nov 20, 2024

Queens man sues NYPD officers for civil rights violations after traffic incident

A Queens resident is suing the City of New York and several police officers, alleging civil rights violations.

Nov 18, 2024

Lawsuit claims Great Neck Park District violated Fair Labor Standards Act

A former employee is suing the Great Neck Park District, accusing the agency of failing to pay overtime wages and improperly reducing his pension benefits.

Nov 18, 2024

Lawsuit claims World Finer Foods misled consumers with 'Whole Grain' label

A class action lawsuit has been filed against World Finer Foods, Inc., accusing the company of deceptive marketing over its Wellington Whole Grain Multigrain Crackers.

Nov 17, 2024

Plaintiff alleges home care agency violated her rights through harassment and retaliation

A former employee of a home care agency has filed a lawsuit alleging workplace misconduct, including sexual harassment and retaliation. Plaintiff Yara Wali filed the complaint on November 5 against Marks Homecare Agency Inc., Fadia Awad, and Oly Carrasco.

Nov 17, 2024

Plaintiff alleges negligence by U.S government employee in motor vehicle accident

A New York resident has filed a lawsuit against the United States government, alleging negligence in a motor vehicle accident involving a Department of Defense employee.

Nov 16, 2024

Plaintiff alleges Legal Aid Society engaged in discriminatory employment practices

Sean Imran has taken legal action against his former employer, alleging pervasive discrimination based on race, religion, and national origin at the Legal Aid Society of Suffolk County.

Nov 16, 2024

NYPD detective files civil rights lawsuit against Village of Freeport

Detective Narcisse Gnapi has filed a lawsuit against the Village of Freeport and its police department alleging false arrest and racial discrimination following an incident over parking tickets.

Nov 15, 2024

Plaintiff alleges Suffolk County violated constitutional rights with firearm policy

A lawsuit has been filed against Suffolk County, New York, challenging the constitutionality of its firearm policies.

Nov 15, 2024

Daughter files lawsuit against healthcare providers alleging medical malpractice led to mother's death

Heidi Fischer, acting as the administrator of her deceased mother Margaret Ann Fischer’s estate, has filed a lawsuit alleging medical malpractice and negligence against several healthcare providers.

Nov 15, 2024

City of New York sues e-cigarette distributor Price Point over illegal vape sales

The City of New York has filed a lawsuit against Price Point Distributors Inc., accusing the company of illegal e-cigarette sales.

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Education

Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk

Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.


Local

Justice in Motion: Five MS-13 Gangbangers Indicted in Blue Point Beach Killing

Lopez-Lopez, 27, of Central Islip, was a former MS-13 member suspected of turning informant. His body was left on the shoreside (pictured) at the end of Blue Point Avenue back in early March.


Local

Leave Fireworks to the Pros or Risk Tragedy This Fourth of July

Suffolk officials warn against illegal fireworks, want residents to enjoy the July 4th holiday without blowing themselves up.