Office of the New York State Comptroller News
Office of the New York State Comptroller News
Use it or Lose it: Use Your Christmas Gift Cards ASAP
In 2024, the office recovered over $21 million from gift cards, more than three times the amount received in 2014 ($5.8 million). New Yorkers are encouraged to spend holiday gift cards early this new year and remember to check for unclaimed funds.
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Lawsuit accuses NYC correction officers of negligence after assault
A recent lawsuit filed against the City of New York accuses several NYC correction officers of negligence following an assault at a city correctional facility. Hector Bedoya filed the complaint on Dec. 27, 2024, in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York, claiming the city and unnamed officers failed to protect him from an attack that left him injured.
Lawsuit accuses Henry Schein Inc. of wrongful termination and gender discrimination
A lawsuit filed against Henry Schein Inc., a global health care distributor, alleges wrongful termination and discrimination based on gender orientation. Carmen Jane filed the complaint on Dec. 23, 2024, in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York, naming defendants Seema Bhansali, David Kochman, Archana Narayanan, and Henry Schein, Inc.
Rules For Thee, But Not For Me – Hochul Racks Up Private Plane Miles
Governor Kathy Hochul racked up a boatload of private plane miles while at the same time issuing dictates to average New Yorkers that they should not, and even cannot, use fossil fuels themselves.