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May 2, 2025

Former Employee Alleges Discrimination Against Horse Racing Authority

Hector Soler has filed a lawsuit against his former employer, alleging racial discrimination and wrongful termination after years of service at a leading horse racing association.

May 2, 2025

Woman sues Nassau County judge over handling of husband’s felony charges

A woman has filed a lawsuit against a Nassau County judge, alleging judicial misconduct and constitutional violations that she claims derailed her partner’s legal case and upended their lives.

May 2, 2025

Venture capital firm founder sues former associates over alleged takeover attempt

A high-stakes legal battle unfolds as Jie Chen and his Celtic House Entities accuse former associates Chao Wang, Yelai Liu, and Mingyang Yu of orchestrating a fraudulent scheme to seize control over their successful venture capital firm.

May 2, 2025

Woman sues Suffolk County over gun license suspension tied to husband’s criminal record

Christine M. Weber has filed a lawsuit against Suffolk County and several officials alleging unconstitutional enforcement of a firearm policy that restricts gun ownership based on household members' legal status.

May 1, 2025

Brooklyn man files lawsuit against NYPD alleging wrongful murder conviction led to 14-year imprisonment

A man has filed suit against the City of New York and several police officers, alleging he was wrongfully prosecuted and imprisoned for 14 years for a murder he did not commit.

May 1, 2025

Woman sues NYPD and city of New York over alleged police brutality and racial discrimination during Coney Island arrest

A woman has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and several NYPD officers, alleging claims of police brutality and racial discrimination.

Apr 23, 2025

Plaintiff Alleges Former Employer Eprine Home Care Engaged in Pregnancy Discrimination

Yaniris Mejia has filed a lawsuit against her former employer Eprine Home Care for alleged pregnancy discrimination and wrongful termination related to her high-risk pregnancy leave.

Apr 23, 2025

Wrongfully convicted man sues NYPD after 37-year battle to prove innocence

Keith Roberts has filed a lawsuit against several NYPD officers and the City of New York after spending nearly four decades clearing his name from a wrongful murder conviction.

Apr 23, 2025

Geico sues New York pharmacy over alleged $3 million insurance fraud scheme involving fake prescriptions

Insurance company Government Employees Insurance Company (GEICO) has filed a lawsuit against a New York-based pharmacy and its associates for allegedly orchestrating an elaborate insurance fraud scheme.

Apr 23, 2025

Passenger sues Republic Airways after unsecured service cart crushes foot during landing

A passenger has filed a lawsuit against airline company Republic Airways Inc., following an injury sustained during a flight.

Apr 21, 2025

Holcim and Lafarge sued by U.S. citizens for allegedly funding ISIS in deadly terror attacks

A group of American citizens has filed a lawsuit against multinational corporations Lafarge S.A., Lafarge Cement Holding Limited, Lafarge Cement Syria S.A., Holcim Ltd, and Holcim (US) Inc. for allegedly financing terrorism

Apr 21, 2025

Glock faces federal lawsuit over alleged role in Brooklyn subway shooting

A lawsuit has been filed against major firearms manufacturer Glock, Inc., and Glock Ges.m.b.H., alleging that negligent marketing and distribution practices contributed to a horrific subway shooting in New York City.

Apr 18, 2025

Mango Mango Dessert franchisor sues franchisee over alleged breach of agreement and attempt to open competing business

Mango Franchise USA is taking legal action against its franchisee partner Z&C Group over allegations of breaching their franchise agreement terms.

Apr 18, 2025

Widow sues Staten Island University Hospital, doctors over husband's death following fatal heart procedure

A widow has filed a lawsuit against Staten Island University Hospital and two doctors alleging medical malpractice leading to her husband's death following heart surgery complications in April 2023.

Apr 17, 2025

Massachusetts man sues two NY law firms for $500K over alleged legal malpractice and breach of contract

A Massachusetts resident has filed a lawsuit against two New York law firms and their attorneys, claiming legal malpractice and breach of contract for failing to meet professional standards.

Apr 17, 2025

Brooklyn man sues NYPD officers and city for alleged brutal assault, malicious prosecution during family gathering

A Brooklyn resident has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and several police officers, alleging brutal assault and malicious prosecution.

Apr 15, 2025

Former director sues Children of Promise Wellness Group for harassment, retaliation, and unpaid wages in federal lawsuit

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Children of Promise Wellness Group LLC, alleging discrimination, retaliation, and unpaid wages under various federal and state laws.

Apr 15, 2025

Brooklyn woman sues NYPD, alleges car was illegally seized and held without due process

A Brooklyn woman has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and its police department over what she claims is an unlawful seizure of her vehicle without due process.

Apr 14, 2025

Detroit retirement system sues research organization for securities fraud amid revenue shortfall and investor losses

The Police and Fire Retirement System of the City of Detroit has filed a lawsuit against a leading clinical research organization, accusing it of securities fraud.

Apr 14, 2025

Ex-NYC workers sue city over vaccine mandate alleging religious discrimination

A group of former New York City employees have filed a class-action lawsuit against the city and unnamed officials, alleging that the city’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate policies violated their religious rights.

Daily Feed

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.


Opinion

SOUTH SHORE PRESS EXCLUSIVE: George Santos, My Life Behind Bars

July 25, 2025, at precisely 2:07 p.m., my world changed in a way I never could’ve imagined. That was the moment I walked through the gates of the Federal Correctional Institution Flatiron Satellite Camp in New Jersey.


Opinion

Building Electrification Ruling: Latest Gut Punch to Long Islanders

Check out the latest op-ed from Assemblyman Joe DeStefano.