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Major toothpaste brand accused of deceptive marketing over toxic ingredients
Douglas White has filed a class-action lawsuit against Colgate-Palmolive Co. and Tom's of Maine over allegations that their children's toothpaste contains harmful levels of lead and arsenic without proper disclosure on packaging or advertising...
Uber sues multiple law firms and medical practices over alleged fraudulent injury claims
Uber Technologies has filed a lawsuit against several law firms and medical practices in New York for allegedly orchestrating a fraudulent scheme involving fake injury claims from minor vehicle collisions.
Igloo Products faces class action lawsuit over alleged false environmental claims
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Igloo Products Corp., accusing them of misleading consumers with false environmental claims about their coolers' biodegradability and origin.
Brooklyn Parent sues NYC DOE for failing to provide special education services
In a lawsuit filed in January 2025, a parent accuses the New York City Department of Education of failing to provide necessary educational services for her disabled child as required by law.
Lawsuit alleges town zoning changes constitute illegal property taking
Kincade Enterprises LLC has taken legal action against the Town of Brookhaven over zoning changes they claim illegally restrict development on their property.
Lawsuit accuses Town of Hempstead and BusPatrol of illegally issuing 80,000 school bus tickets
A class action lawsuit has been filed against the Town of Hempstead and BusPatrol America for allegedly issuing unauthorized traffic tickets using unapproved monitoring systems across multiple school districts.
Lawsuit alleges civil rights violations by Nassau County officials during pre-trial detention
A lawsuit has been filed against Nassau County and several associated entities, accusing officials of severe civil rights violations during pre-trial detention. The complaint was submitted on January 22, 2025, in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York by plaintiff Sandy Sanchez.
Lyft driver alleges hate crime following attack by multiple individuals
A lawsuit has been filed in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York by Anthony McCoy, a Lyft driver and veteran, accusing several individuals of a hate crime following an alleged attack on January 28, 2023.
Former detainee sues Nassau County correctional facility over assault and negligence
A former detainee has filed a lawsuit against the County of Nassau and several associated entities, alleging severe civil rights violations during his detention at the Nassau County Correctional Center.
Class action accuses Arena Technical Resources of negligence in data breach
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Arena Technical Resources, LLC, accusing the company of mishandling sensitive personal information that led to a data breach. Juliette Ugarte filed the complaint on January 23, 2025, in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York.
Lawsuit accuses Kraft Heinz of misleading advertising over 'All Natural' claims
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Kraft Heinz Food Company, accusing the company of misleading consumers with false advertising. On January 24, 2025, Alyssa Flexer filed a complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York. The suit alleges that the company falsely marketed its Capri Sun juice pouches as containing "ALL NATURAL INGREDIENTS," despite including synthetic citric acid.
Lawsuit accuses Richmond University Medical Center of failing to protect data in breach
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Richmond University Medical Center over a data breach that exposed the personal information of more than 674,000 individuals. Edward Quinn and Monique Leslie, the plaintiffs, filed the complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York on January 21, 2025.
Muslim community sues Town of Oyster Bay over alleged discrimination against mosque expansion
Muslims on Long Island, Inc. (MOLI), along with Imran Makda and Moeen Qureshi, have filed a federal lawsuit against the Town of Oyster Bay, alleging discriminatory practices that hindered their efforts to expand a mosque in Bethpage, Long Island.
Former airline technician sues United Airlines for breach of contract under Railway Labor Act
A former airline technician has filed a lawsuit against United Airlines, Inc., the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT), and Teamsters Local Union No. 210, seeking to resolve a dispute over his termination. Frederick Figuereo, the plaintiff, filed the complaint on January 22, 2025, in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York, seeking declaratory and injunctive relief under the Railway Labor Act.
Wesco Insurance Company sues Electrolux over defective dryer causing fire
Wesco Insurance Company has filed a lawsuit against an individual and two corporations over a fire that caused significant damage to a condominium property. The complaint was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York on January 23, 2025, naming Joel Fleishman and Electrolux Home Products, Inc., along with Electrolux North America, Inc., as defendants.
Former employee sues Community Health Center of Richmond for racial discrimination
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Community Health Center of Richmond, Inc., alleging racial discrimination and retaliation in the workplace. Nicola A. McFarlane filed the complaint on January 23, 2025, in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York.
Connecticut resident sues City of Long Beach over unconstitutional vehicle seizures
A lawsuit has been filed against the City of Long Beach, accusing the municipality of violating constitutional rights through its "Boot and Tow" program.
Insurance companies allege fraud scheme by New York legal firm
A lawsuit filed on January 17, 2025, accuses multiple medical practices and law firms of orchestrating a fraud scheme.
Approved Oil Co. sues Sprague HP Holdings for illegal monopoly in NYC fuel market
A lawsuit has been filed in New York City, accusing Sprague HP Holdings LLC and its affiliates of monopolistic practices in the liquid fuel industry.
Electrical inspector sues Haydan Consultants for discrimination and retaliation
A New York man has filed a lawsuit alleging racial, religious, and color discrimination in the workplace, as well as retaliation that led to his termination.
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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.
William Floyd sisters earn All-State honors
William Floyd High School juniors Anabel Van Cott and Lydia Van Cott, under the leadership of two-time USTA Coach of the Year Dave Pia, earned All-State honors after finishing second in the Suffolk County Doubles Tournament held at Smithtown East on October 18–19.
Trump & Japanese PM watch the World Series
The World Series this season has truly become a global event, and the ratings reflect that growing international appeal.