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Brooklyn housing cooperative sues NYC over alleged property taking
A low-income housing cooperative in Brooklyn has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and several city officials, alleging that the city has unlawfully taken possession of its property.
Navy veteran sues VA hospital over alleged denial of religious rights
A disabled United States Navy veteran has filed a lawsuit against the Northport VA Medical Center, claiming that his First Amendment rights were violated because he was denied access to religious articles and clergy essential to his Catholic faith.
Volunteer dog walker sues Town of Hempstead over ban from public facilities
A volunteer dog walker has filed a lawsuit against the Town of Hempstead in New York and three of its officials, alleging constitutional rights violations after being banned from all town facilities.
Woman files lawsuit against CarMax alleging that her vehilce was unlawfully seized
A woman has filed a lawsuit against multiple defendants, including an automotive retailer and repossession companies, alleging the unlawful repossession of her vehicle.
Staten Island woman sues NYPD and city for alleged false arrest and excessive force
A Staten Island resident has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and unnamed NYPD officers, alleging civil rights violations stemming from an incident in May 2024.
United Beauty Brands accused of violating telemarketing laws by sending unsolicited text messages
A class action lawsuit has been filed against beauty brand United Beauty Brands, LLC, for allegedly sending unsolicited marketing text messages during hours prohibited by federal telemarketing laws.
Former Bronx art teacher sues NYC Department of Education for disability discrimination
A former art teacher at the Bronx High School for the Visual Arts has filed a lawsuit against the New York City Department of Education (NYCDOE) alleging discrimination and retaliation.
Former Delivery Drivers Accuse Amazon of Violating Labor Laws
Three former delivery drivers have filed a lawsuit against Amazon alleging violations of federal and state labor laws related to inadequate layoff notices.
Bath & Body Works faces lawsuit over alleged exploding candle
A lawsuit has been filed against Bath & Body Works, LLC, and The Premier Candle Corporation, concerning injuries allegedly caused by a defective candle.
Brooklyn man sues USPS and USPIS to seek records tied to homicide investigation
In a gripping legal drama unfolding in Brooklyn's Eastern District Court, John Derounian accuses two federal agencies—USPS and USPIS—of unlawfully withholding critical investigative records tied to his alleged involvement in a homicide case...
Lawsuit claims pharmaceutical company Teva colluded to maintain monopoly on branded drugs
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Teva Pharmaceuticals Industries, Ltd., along with its subsidiaries and Cephalon, Inc., alleging the companies engaged in an illegal scheme to delay the entry of generic drugs into the market.
Transgender woman sues New York court system for discrimination and retaliation
A pro se plaintiff has taken legal action against the New York State Unified Court System citing severe discrimination based on gender identity and disability status.
Franchisees sue HK Heycha over alleged fraud and franchise law violations
Cup of Tea Flushing, LLC, and associated plaintiffs have filed a lawsuit against HK Heycha Limited, alleging fraudulent business practices and seeking significant damages.
New York art dealer accused of fraud and deceptive trade practices
A New York art dealer her been accused of breach of contract and deceptive trade practices. Plaintiff Ann Fitzpatrick has filed a complaint against Mark Borghi, alleging that he failed to remit full payment for a Joan Mitchell painting sold under a consignment agreement.
Whistleblower accuses ConnectOne Bank of retaliatory termination following complaints of misconduct
A former executive employee has filed a lawsuit against ConnectOne Bank, alleging that he was terminated after he reported alleged misconduct within the company.
Queens man alleges racial discrimination in NYPD arrest
A professional tax preparer from Queens is suing the New York City Police Department, alleging false arrest and malicious prosecution.
Queens man sues NYPD for alleged wrongful arrest and civil rights violations
A Queens man has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and the New York City Police Department, alleging that he was arrested without probable cause.
Traveler sues U.S. government over electronic device seizure at JFK
A Texas resident is suing the United States government after ICE agents allegedly seized his cell phone and laptop at JFK Airport without due process or explanation last year.
Brooklyn woman sues NYPD and city over alleged false arrest and prosecution
A Brooklyn native has filed a lawsuit against the city of New York and police officers, alleging charges of false arrest, malicious prosecution, and constitutional violations.
Brooklyn man sues former attorney alleging malpractice in decade-long legal dispute
A Brooklyn native has filed a lawsuit against his former attorney, alleging misconduct spanning more than a decade.
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The King is Back in the South Shore Press
The legendary Long Island journalist Karl Grossman’s latest column.
Don't Expect Bregman to Pay Off
This week, one of the bigger names in the free agency cycle signed with the Chicago Cubs, and fantasy managers everywhere sighed. Usually, anyone heading to Wrigley Field is viewed as a positive, but for Alex Bregman, more information has emerged suggesting this move could spell trouble for his fantasy outlook. Bregman is a right-handed pull hitter who previously played in two of the more favorable home parks for that profile in Houston and Boston. Both parks feature short left-field dimensions that reward pulled fly balls and help inflate power numbers.
Futures Bettors Will Be Smiling
The College Football Championship is set, and it pits two of the more unlikely teams against each other. Indiana may have the largest living alumni base in the country, with more than 800,000 graduates, but few expected the Hoosiers to reach this stage. They feature zero five-star recruits and have instead relied on depth, discipline, and consistency while dominating all season long.