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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.

Nov 15, 2024

Plaintiff accuses Mars Petcare of misleading consumers with 'natural' labeling

A lawsuit has been filed against Mars Petcare US, Inc., accusing the company of misleading consumers by labeling its products as "natural" despite containing synthetic ingredients.

Nov 14, 2024

Beverage company Bear's Fruit accused of falsely advertising products as 'non-alcoholic'

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Bear's Fruit, LLC, alleging that the company misled consumers by marketing its kombucha beverages as non-alcoholic while they allegedly contain alcohol levels above legal limits.

Nov 14, 2024

Sportswear company Under Armour accused of deceptive pricing practices

A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Under Armour, Inc., alleging deceptive pricing practices. Plaintiff Linda Rappaport filed the complaint on October 29 which claims that Under Armour misled consumers with false discount schemes at its Factory outlets and online store.

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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.