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New York appliance firm faces suit over alleged pressure cooker malfunction
A lawsuit has been filed against The Steelstone Group LLC d/b/a Gourmia by Myesha Maggit on behalf of her daughter J.E.B., claiming severe injuries from a defective pressure cooker.
Former employee files lawsuit against Peconic Landing alleging discrimination and unlawful termination
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Peconic Landing at Southold and two individuals, Mary Lavery and Lindsey Corwin, alleging a series of discriminatory and retaliatory actions that culminated in her termination.
Woman alleges unlawful arrest following crash with police vehicle
A resident of New York City has filed a police misconduct lawsuit against the city of New York and three officers: Brandon S. Lefcourt, Keith A. Meisner, and Sergeant Alicea V. Venus.
New York homeowner sues solar companies over deceptive sales practices
A New York homeowner is suing Sunco Capital, LLC and other associated entities over alleged deceptive practices related to solar panel installations.
Costco and Nice-Pak face class-action lawsuit over baby wipes marketing
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Costco Wholesale Corporation and Nice-Pak Products, Inc., alleging that the companies misled consumers about the safety and environmental claims of their baby wipes. The complaint centers on the marketing of Kirkland Signature Baby Wipes, which were advertised as “plastic-free” and made with “Naturally Derived Ingredients.”
Former 7-Eleven employee alleges discrimination and retaliation
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against a convenience store franchise in West Hempstead for racial discrimination and retaliatory dismissal following complaints about pay delays and workplace harassment based on national origin.
Former employee files workplace discrimination lawsuit against Atlantic Dialysis Management Services
A former dialysis technician has sued Atlantic Dialysis Management Services for fostering a hostile work environment filled with discrimination based on sexual orientation and retaliation leading up to wrongful termination.
Fudge manufacturer Calico Cottage sues Smucker over peanut butter recall losses
Calico Cottage Inc., a prominent fudge manufacturer based in New York, has taken legal action against J.M. Smucker Co., alleging negligence and strict liability after being forced into a costly product recall due to contaminated peanut butter...
Former employee sues Northwell Health alleging wrongful termination in violation of ADA
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against healthcare networks Northwell Health, Inc., North Shore-LIJ Cardiovascular Medicine, P.C., and Orlin & Cohen Orthopedic Associates, LLP, alleging wrongful termination and retaliation after reporting unethical practices and requesting accommodations for disabilities.
Philips faces class action lawsuit for alleging falsely marketing pacifiers as 'orthodontic'
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Philips North America, LLC and Philips Holding USA Inc., alleging false advertising of their pacifiers as "orthodontic."
PG US sues Chase Bank over prolonged account freeze
A limited liability company and its manager have filed a lawsuit against a national bank, alleging that it unlawfully froze their business account for over ten months without explanation.
Lawsuit claims suppliers provided toxic fill for little league field project
A sports field construction company has filed a lawsuit against its suppliers over contaminated materials used in a little league baseball field project in Wantagh, NY.
Staten Island mother sues NYPD over alleged false arrest during custody exchange
A Staten Island woman has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against the City of New York and several unidentified NYPD officers, alleging she was wrongfully arrested during a court-ordered custody exchange.
Texas retiree accuses Long Island coin dealers of defrauding elderly in multistate fraud scheme
A Texas retiree has filed a lawsuit against a network of Long Island coin dealers accused of participating in a telemarketing fraud scheme in violation of the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) and New York law.
Staten Island woman sues New Jersey doctor for alleged medical malpractice
A Staten Island resident has filed a medical malpractice lawsuit against Dr. Warren K. Slaten and The Regenerative Healing Center, alleging medical malpractice and negligence.
Brunswick Hospital faces class action lawuit over alleged data breach
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Brunswick Hospital Center Foundation for allegedly failing to protect sensitive patient information during a data breach in mid-2024.
Minnesota man sues Victory Cars Central over alleged deceptive sales practices
A Minnesota resident has filed a lawsuit against New York-based car dealership Victory Cars Central, alleging deceptive business practices.
Ex-director of Meaningful NY accuses organization of wrongful termination
Michele Quigley has filed a lawsuit alleging wrongful termination against Meaningful NY Initiatives for People with Disabilities after being dismissed following her request to take FMLA leave to care for her daughter needing a heart transplant.
Plaintiffs Allege Unconstitutional Tax Practices Against Nassau County Over Frozen Assessments
The Town Supervisor for Babylon along with other local figures has initiated a lawsuit against Nassau County and several New York State entities over alleged unconstitutional tax practices resulting from frozen property assessments.
Debt collection agency and banks accused of deceptive practices in federal lawsuit
A federal lawsuit accuses a debt collection agency and several financial institutions of using deceptive practices to intimidate consumers.
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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.
Three Cheers for the Musketeers! “America 250” Celebrated in Bay Shore Reenactment Prelude
In conjunction with the County’s upcoming 250th Anniversary Commemorative Planning Committee, Romaine and company—which included reenactors tabbed to play former heads of state such as George Washington and Thomas Jefferson—provocatively promised a celebration “like you’ve never seen” come Fourth of July 2026.
Purple Heart Day Honors Wounded Warriors—and Its Origins on Long Island
Who knew: the first Purple Heart decoration was made by Gen. Washington here in Suffolk.