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New Yorker sues Florida-based corporation over staircase fall leading to severe injuries
A New York resident has filed a lawsuit against Regency Centers Corporation for alleged negligence in maintaining an outdoor staircase at The Gallery at Westbury Plaza. The plaintiff seeks $2 million in damages for severe injuries sustained from slipping on what he claims was a dangerously maintained staircase.
Former employee alleges FedEx fostered hostile work environment due to gender and sexual orientation
Briana Gonzalez has filed a lawsuit against FedEx alleging severe workplace discrimination based on her gender and sexual orientation. The complaint details extensive harassment from colleagues and supervisors alike at FedEx's Jamaica Queens location starting January 2023.
Former NYC School Principal Sues Department of Education Over Racial Discrimination
Heather Jansen has filed a federal lawsuit against NYC's Department of Education alleging racial discrimination and retaliation during her tenure as a school principal in Staten Island. The suit details various instances where she claims she was unfairly targeted due to her race and seeks damages along with reinstatement.
Pharmaceutical company sues former employee for misappropriating trade secrets
Hercules Pharmaceuticals has filed a lawsuit against former employee Brant Cherne for allegedly misappropriating trade secrets and breaching contractual obligations after joining a direct competitor. The company seeks injunctive relief along with compensatory and punitive damages.
Samsung accused of selling fire-prone ranges
Matthew Unger has filed a class action lawsuit against Samsung Electronics America Inc., alleging that certain models of their ranges have defective heat control knobs that pose a fire hazard. The lawsuit seeks damages for financial losses incurred due to purchasing these defective products among other forms of relief.
Recruitment firm sues real estate giant Zillow for financial losses and more
A recruitment firm has filed a lawsuit against a major real estate company alleging financial harm due to broken promises regarding an international staffing project. The plaintiff seeks over $1 million in compensatory damages plus additional special damages.
Technology services company faces class action lawsuit following major data breach
Frederick Conaway has filed a class action lawsuit against CSC ServiceWorks following a significant data breach affecting over 35,000 individuals' sensitive personal information. The lawsuit seeks damages and improved security measures from CSC ServiceWorks due to their alleged negligence in protecting customer data.
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Ward Melville's Athletic Trainer Wins Alumni Award
Ward Melville's Athletic Trainer and Science Teacher Claudine Weiner recently was awarded the Outstanding Alumni Award from Stony Brook University.
Coach Desi Honored
This weekend the Suffolk County Baseball Coaches Association honored legendary Coach Al Desiderio.
Parents Protest at William Floyd High School
Multiple groups, including “Moms for Liberty, Suffolk Chapter” and “Show Me Your Face” protested the William Floyd School District after concerned parents claimed a biological boy is a member of the Girls’ Varsity Track Team.