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Sep 20, 2024

Veterinarian sues horseracing regulatory bodies over suspension due to banned substance

Dr.Luis Jorge Perez,a licensed veterinarian,is challenging his suspension and fine imposed by horseracing regulatory bodies after being found with a banned substance.The lawsuit alleges due process violations,arguing regulatory overreach into veterinary practices involving non-racehorses.

Sep 19, 2024

Resident sues Suffolk County over alleged unconstitutional firearm licensing policies

Thomas Webber has filed a lawsuit against Suffolk County challenging its firearm licensing policies as unconstitutional under the Second Amendment. Represented by The Bellantoni Law Firm, PLLC., Webber seeks various forms of relief including declaratory judgments and compensatory damages.

Sep 19, 2024

Kings County resident sues NYPD over alleged pattern of false arrests

Lloyd Caesar has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and several NYPD officers alleging years of harassment through false arrests near his home in Brooklyn's Brownsville neighborhood. The complaint details multiple incidents leading to emotional distress and seeks compensatory damages along with punitive measures against individual officers.

Sep 18, 2024

Former executives accused of fraudulent revenue inflation in online pharmacy scheme

In a significant legal development within the pharmaceutical sector, the SEC has filed a complaint against three former executives alleging they deceived investors about their company's financial health, resulting in losses exceeding $170 million.The complaint details how fake prescriptions inflated revenues leading to investor losses after bankruptcy proceedings.

Sep 18, 2024

Plaintiff alleges false arrest against law enforcement agencies over assault charges

Adnan Sheikh has filed a civil rights lawsuit against multiple law enforcement agencies alleging false arrest and malicious prosecution following an incident at JFK Airport where he was wrongfully accused of assaulting his wife. The case seeks $7 million in damages across various counts including failure to intervene and fabrication of evidence.

Sep 17, 2024

Pet owner sues pet supplement company over false advertising claims

Brian Kelly has filed a lawsuit against FoodScience LLC d/b/a VetriScience Laboratories alleging false advertising regarding their GlycoFlex canine joint supplements. The suit seeks financial compensation for misleading claims about the product's efficacy.

Sep 17, 2024

Brooklyn resident sues NYPD for alleged civil rights violations

A Brooklyn resident has filed a federal lawsuit against the City of New York and NYPD officers alleging civil rights violations including assault and false imprisonment during an incident last year. The plaintiff seeks compensatory and punitive damages for physical injuries and emotional distress caused by alleged police misconduct.

Sep 15, 2024

Man sues NYPD over fabricated evidence leading to wrongful omprisonment

Heriberto Laguere has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and NYPD alleging malicious prosecution based on fabricated evidence by former officer Jason Arbeeny. The suit seeks compensatory damages for wrongful imprisonment after his conviction was vacated in October 2022.

Sep 15, 2024

Patient alleges negligence against federal healthcare provider over cancer diagnosis

Sonia Delcid has filed a lawsuit against the United States government alleging negligence in diagnosing her breast cancer in a timely matter at a federal healthcare facility operated by Hudson River Healthcare Inc., seeking $1 million in damages.

Sep 15, 2024

Senior homeowner alleges fraudulent practices by solar companies

Claver Campbell has filed a lawsuit against multiple solar companies alleging fraudulent practices that left her with unexpected high costs and a lien on her home despite initial promises of affordable energy solutions. The case sheds light on broader issues within the residential solar panel industry affecting seniors and communities of color.

Sep 13, 2024

Visually-Impaired plaintiff sues clothing company over website accessibility violations

Paul Abramson has filed a class-action lawsuit against Left Field NYC for allegedly failing to make its website accessible to blind users, citing violations of federal and state laws including the ADA. The suit seeks a permanent injunction and compensatory damages.

Sep 13, 2024

East Hampton Police officer alleges systemic gender discrimination by employer

Andrea M. Kess has filed a federal lawsuit against the Town of East Hampton alleging pervasive gender discrimination and retaliation within its police department since her employment April 2016.

Sep 12, 2024

Plaintiff alleges negligence and fraud against professional corporation over asset obstruction

A new lawsuit filed by Matteo Patisso accuses J. Scott Souders' professional corporation of negligence and fraud over obstructing rightful asset claims involving valuable art collections linked to Michael Jackson.

Sep 12, 2024

Outback Steakhouse accused of deceptive advertising practices

A new class action lawsuit accuses Outback Steakhouse of misleading customers about how their food is prepared.

Sep 12, 2024

Allstate accuses healthcare providers of fraud scheme

Allstate Insurance Company has filed a lawsuit against multiple healthcare providers alleging a large-scale fraud scheme involving unnecessary or fictitious medical services billed under New York's No-Fault automobile insurance system. The suit seeks to recover at least $1.67 million in payments made on fraudulent claims.

Sep 10, 2024

Former detective investigator sues Richmond County DA's office over denied vaccine exemption

Anita Hernandez has filed a lawsuit against Richmond County DA's Office alleging religious discrimination after being denied a COVID-19 vaccine exemption due to her anti-abortion beliefs. The case highlights issues surrounding religious accommodations in workplace vaccination mandates.

Sep 10, 2024

Wagner College faces class-action lawsuit over denied refunds after COVID-19 shift

Plaintiff Miles Wilkie has filed a class-action lawsuit against Wagner College over its refusal to issue prorated refunds after transitioning to online classes during Spring 2020 due to COVID-19. The suit alleges breach of contract and unjust enrichment as students were denied access to on-campus facilities while still being charged full tuition.

Sep 6, 2024

Lawsuit: Delta Air Lines accused of discrimination against Jewish employee

A flight attendant at Delta Air Lines has filed a lawsuit alleging discrimination based on his Jewish heritage and Israeli background while also accusing the airline of retaliating against him for seeking medical treatment after workplace injuries.

Sep 6, 2024

Former employee accuses Home Depot of wage theft in lawsuit

Anthony Muia has filed a class-action lawsuit against Home Depot U.S.A., Inc., accusing the company of wage theft and retaliatory termination following reports of safety violations at his store. The suit seeks unpaid wages along with various damages under federal and state labor laws.

Sep 6, 2024

Consumer files class action against Synchrony Bank over allegedly usurious medical loans

A lawsuit has been filed against a major financial institution for allegedly exploiting vulnerable consumers with high-interest loans during critical medical and veterinary emergencies.

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Local

Repavement Project Underway at Blydenburgh County Park 

“This project has really been 30 years overdue,” said Legislator Lesie Kennedy.


Opinion

Letters to the Editor: Library Trustees Thank Taxpayers for Victories

I’m deeply grateful to the residents of the Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Library District for approving the library budget, as well as for re-electing me.


State

State Mandated Safe Boating Courses Coming Up

Long Islanders out on the water are looking to stay safe this summer.