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Brooklyn woman sues NYPD, alleges car was illegally seized and held without due process
A Brooklyn woman has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and its police department over what she claims is an unlawful seizure of her vehicle without due process.
Detroit retirement system sues research organization for securities fraud amid revenue shortfall and investor losses
The Police and Fire Retirement System of the City of Detroit has filed a lawsuit against a leading clinical research organization, accusing it of securities fraud.
Ex-NYC workers sue city over vaccine mandate alleging religious discrimination
A group of former New York City employees have filed a class-action lawsuit against the city and unnamed officials, alleging that the city’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate policies violated their religious rights.
Brentwood teacher files federal lawsuit alleging racial harassment by school district employee
A teacher has filed a lawsuit against the Brentwood Union Free School District and employee Kevin Coyne, alleging workplace discrimination and harassment in violation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Fired nurse sues Mercy Medical Center, alleging age bias, retaliation, and unsafe practices
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Mercy Medical Center and its parent organization, Catholic Health System of Long Island, Inc., accusing them of age discrimination, retaliation, and unlawful termination.
Empire Freight co-founder sues former partners for $10M, alleging embezzlement and racketeering
An entrepreneur has filed a lawsuit against his former business partners, accusing them of orchestrating a complex scheme to defraud him and his company.
Liberty Mutual ses Brooklyn pharmacy alleging $748K no-fault insurance fraud scheme
Liberty Mutual General Insurance Company and other affiliates have filed a lawsuit against Argyle Pharmacy Inc., Mehtab Bibi, and Timur Yuzefpolsky, alleging a sophisticated scheme to defraud them through fraudulent insurance claims.
Swagtron faces class action lawsuit alleging electric scooters pose fire hazards
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Hoverton, LLC, doing business as Swagtron, alleging that its Swagtron SG-5 Swagger 5 Boost Commuter Electric Scooters pose serious fire and burn hazards due to faulty lithium-ion batteries.
Virtu Financial Executives accused of breach of fiduciary duty and client data misuse
A shareholder has taken legal action against several current and former officers and directors of Virtu Financial, Inc., including its CEO Douglas Cifu, alleging severe misconduct and breach of fiduciary duty.
Former Mercedes-Benz sales consultant sues over alleged sexual harassment and toxic workplace culture
A former sales consultant at Mercedes-Benz Massapequa has filed a lawsuit against several entities associated with the dealership alleging pervasive sexual harassment and discrimination leading to her constructive discharge.
Telephonics and TTM sue Airbus Helicopters, allege abuse of Swiss courts to enforce unfair contract
Telephonics Corporation and TTM Technologies, Inc. have filed a complaint, accusing Airbus Helicopters of manipulating legal systems to enforce an unfair contract.
Plaintiff alleges racial discrimination against NYC School Support Services Inc., seeking justice
A former employee has launched a lawsuit against NYC School Support Services Inc., accusing them of racial discrimination and wrongful termination following complaints about workplace bias.
Mother sues Nassau County agencies, alleging child was wrongfully taken after trampoline accident
A mother has filed a civil rights lawsuit against several Nassau County agencies, including the Nassau County Department of Social Services and The Safe Center, Long Island, alleging the wrongful removal of her child from her custody.
Doctor sues New York homeowners' association for religious discrimination and harassment, seeks over $1 million in damages
A first responder and medical doctor is embroiled in a legal battle against his homeowners' association, alleging discrimination and harassment based on his religion.
Price Rite Marketplace accused of selling defective pressure cooker that caused severe burns
A lawsuit has been filed against PRRC, Inc., operating as Price Rite Marketplace of Bethlehem, alleging that products from its popular line of pressure cookers are unsafe.
Former employee accuses Halmar of wrongful termination over FMLA leave request
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Halmar International, LLC., alleging wrongful termination in violation of the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
Argonaut Insurance sues Midea and Electrolux saying defective dehumidifier caused fire
Argonaut Insurance Company has filed a lawsuit against two major corporations, alleging that their defective product caused significant property damage. The lawsuit names Midea America Corp. and Electrolux Home Products, Inc. as defendants.
Former employee sues Clean Harbors for racial discrimination, harassment, and retaliation
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against major environmental services company Clean Harbors Environmental Services, alleging a series of discriminatory and retaliatory actions that led to his wrongful termination.
Lawsuit accuses Freeport police of unconstitutional vehicle seizure scheme
A small village's police department is accused of running an unconstitutional vehicle seizure scheme that exploits motorists for profit. Plaintiff Phillip the Village of Freeport, Police Chief Michael Smith, JCB & Sons, Inc. (operating as Non-Stop Towing & Recovery), Jerome Bonomo, and an unnamed police officer referred to as Officer John Doe #1.
Former Rikers inmate sues NYC, alleging brutal assault due to negligence and understaffing
A former inmate has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and unnamed correction officers, claiming he was brutally assaulted while in custody.
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William Floyd Celebrates the Olympics
This week, as Olympic fever swept across the globe, the William Floyd School District joined in the excitement with its own celebration of the Winter Games. While many of the world’s greatest athletes gathered in Milan Cortina, Italy, for the opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics, William Floyd Elementary School hosted a memorable version of its own Winter Olympics opening ceremony.
Coaches of the Year and the Team to Beat
The William Floyd varsity wrestling team continues to impress. Less than a month after winning the League I dual meet championship for the first time in more than 40 years, the William Floyd boys’ varsity wrestling team made history once again by capturing the League I Tournament title for the first time since the 2001–02 season.
Bellport Runs to States
Bellport High School’s girls varsity track and field 4x200-meter relay team is headed to the New York State Track and Field Championships after an impressive first-place finish at the Section XI State Qualifier. The state meet will be held on March 6 at the Ocean Breeze Athletic Complex, one of the premier indoor track facilities in the country.