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May 29, 2025

Freeport accused of unlawful vehicle seizure and towing scheme

The Village of Freeport, New York, is facing allegations of operating a warrantless vehicle seizure and kickbacks scheme.

May 29, 2025

Papaya Media claims unauthorized use of marketing system by Haven Health

Papaya Media Corp., a digital marketing company based in New York, has filed a lawsuit against Florida-based Haven Health Management LLC for allegedly misappropriating trade secrets related to their proprietary marketing methods.

May 26, 2025

Brooklyn man sues NYPD over wrongful arrest and conviction

A Brooklyn man is suing the City of New York and the New York City Police Department, alleging that his civil rights were violated in a wrongful arrest that led to an unjust conviction.

May 26, 2025

Lawsuit accuses Oceanside terminal of illegal stormwater discharges

The Sierra Club has filed a lawsuit against Oceanside Marine Terminals LLC, Oceanside Material Terminals Corp., and Victor Liotta Jr., alleging violations of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, commonly known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), by discharging polluted stormwater runoff from their facility into U.S. waters without proper authorization.

May 26, 2025

Brooklyn man sues DOJ for withholding records tied to criminal case

A Brooklyn resident has filed a federal lawsuit against the United States Department of Justice and its affiliated offices, alleging improper withholding of records under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).

May 26, 2025

Fogo de Chao sued for alleged labor violations and discrimination

A former employee has filed a class action lawsuit against a Brazilian steakhouse chain, alleging labor law violations and discriminatory practices.

May 26, 2025

Class action claims portable charger manufacturer's products pose fire risk

A class action lawsuit has been filed against consumer electronics company Casely Inc. over allegations that its wireless power pods portable chargers pose a fire hazard.

May 23, 2025

Queens College sued for alleged antisemitic discrimination against faculty

Queens College is facing allegations of discrimination, including claims of antisemitism. Plaintiff Helen Schwalb filed a lawsuit against the university, alleging discriminatory practices targeting Jewish faculty members, particularly within the Accounting Department.

May 22, 2025

Long Island Housing Services Accused of Gender Discrimination by Former Employee

A former investigator at Long Island Housing Services has filed a lawsuit alleging gender discrimination and retaliation after reporting sexist comments made by a coworker.

May 21, 2025

Bitfarms faces securities class action over alleged misclassification of Bitcoin proceeds

A federal securities class action lawsuit has been filed against cryptocurrency company Bitfarms Ltd. and several of its executives, alleging financial misconduct.

May 21, 2025

New York man sues federal officer over food truck and property dispute

A New York man has filed a federal lawsuit against a U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer, alleging misconduct related to a property dispute involving a mobile food truck and several parcels of land.

May 21, 2025

New York healthcare consortium sues Texas law firm over alleged misleading ads

A consortium of New York-based healthcare facilities has filed a lawsuit against a Texas law firm, alleging a misleading advertising campaign that could harm their reputation.

May 19, 2025

New York businessman sues Corning FCU, law firm for alleged 15-year fraud scheme

A new lawsuit filed by Steven Georgilis accuses Corning Federal Credit Union and associated parties of running a decade-long racketeering scheme involving fraudulent loans and asset conversions totaling millions in damages.

May 19, 2025

FedEx contractor faces federal lawsuit over alleged injury-related discrimination and retaliation

A former employee has filed a federal lawsuit against CunEx, Inc., and its CEO, Miguel Tavera, alleging violations of employment and disability laws following a workplace injury.

May 19, 2025

Garden City man files federal civil rights lawsuit over traffic stop and court proceedings

A Garden City resident has filed a civil rights lawsuit in federal court alleging violations of his constitutional rights stemming from a traffic stop and subsequent legal proceedings.

May 19, 2025

TD Bank faces class action lawsuit over $3 paper statement fee

A federal class action lawsuit has been filed against TD Bank, N.A., alleging that the bank unlawfully charged customers fees for receiving paper billing statements, in violation of New York General Business Law § 399-zzz.

May 19, 2025

Brooklyn protester sues NYPD and city over alleged use of excessive force

A Brooklyn resident has filed a federal lawsuit against the City of New York, the NYPD, and several individual officers, alleging that he was subjected to excessive force and false arrest during a protest in Bay Ridge, in violation of his constitutional rights.

May 19, 2025

Great Neck homeowner sues village over property access and permit denial

A resident of Great Neck, New York, has filed a federal lawsuit against the Village of Great Neck and its Building Department, alleging that her constitutional and property rights were infringed upon in violation of the Fourteenth Amendment's Due Process Clause.

May 19, 2025

Dog walker sues Town of Hempstead over facility ban after advocacating to save shelter dog

A dog walker at the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter has filed a lawsuit against the town and several town officials, alleging violations of his constitutional rights after he was banned from all town facilities.

May 16, 2025

SEC files fraud suit over $21 million “pump and dump” scheme involving American Green stock

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed a civil securities fraud enforcement action against three individuals accused of orchestrating a fraudulent scheme to sell stock in American Green, Inc.

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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.