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GEICO sues R Family pharmacy for alleged $2M no-fault insurance fraud scheme
A major insurance company has launched a lawsuit against a Brooklyn pharmacy accused of exploiting New York's No-Fault insurance system through fraudulent pharmaceutical billing practices exceeding $2 million.
New York bar accused of illegally broadcasting UFC pay-per-view event
Joe Hand Promotions has filed a lawsuit against Pourital Ltd., alleging unauthorized broadcasting of a UFC event at their New York bar without proper licensing.
Newsday sues Nassau County over alleged First Amendment violations and retaliation
Newsday LLC has filed a federal lawsuit accusing Nassau County, its legislature, and county executive Bruce Blakeman of unconstitutional retaliation, igniting a battle over press freedom.
NYC sued for civil rights violations after alleged assault by HRA officers
Two New York residents have filed a lawsuit against the City of New York, Officer Smith, Robert Morales, and unidentified individuals referred to as John Doe and Jane Doe, alleging serious misconduct and violations of their civil rights.
Abercrombie & Fitch execs accused of using fake modeling opportunities to lure, sexually assault victims
Executives of American clothing retailer Abercrombie & Fitch have been accused of luring aspiring models with false promises of modeling opportunities, only to subject them to sexual assault.
Pet food companies accused of misleading consumers with false 'natural' claims
A class action lawsuit has been filed, accusing pet food companies Compana Pet Brands LLC and Premium Nutritional Products, Inc. of misleading consumers about the natural ingredients in their products.
Former employee accuses hospitality companies of violating pregnancy discrimination laws
A woman has filed a lawsuit against former employers, New Castle Hotels, LLC and Riverhead East End Hotel Management LLC. Plaintiff Elexa Page accuses these entities of sex and pregnancy discrimination, citing violations under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the New York State Human Rights Law.
Texas woman sues Brooklyn deli owner over dangerous sidewalk vault incident
An elderly woman from Texas has filed a lawsuit against a Brooklyn deli owner after suffering severe injuries from falling into an unmarked open sidewalk vault outside the store on a rainy night last November.
Three New York logistics companies accused of fraudulent shipment scheme
CJC Distributors LLC has filed a lawsuit against three logistics companies alleging breach of contract and fraud after their goods were misdelivered from Nevada to California instead of New York.
Patchogue-Medford School District accused of negligence over bullying incidents
A family has filed a lawsuit against the Patchogue-Medford School District, South Ocean-Middle School, and three school officials accusing the school district of failing to protect their children from relentless bullying.
New York real-estate firm accuses multiple Hong Kong entities of crypto-fraud scheme
A New York real-estate developer has filed a lawsuit against several individuals and entities accused of orchestrating a crypto-fraud scheme known as pig-butchering scams that cost him over $3.6 million dollars.
Construction companies accused of wage violations
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against multiple construction companies alleging they failed to pay overtime wages according to federal and state laws.
Fair Housing Justice Center accuses Brooklyn Developer CW Realty Group of discrimination against disabled tenants
The Fair Housing Justice Center has filed a lawsuit against CW Realty Group in Brooklyn for allegedly failing to provide accessible housing options in their new developments as required by law.
Lawsuit claims negligence by Staten Island University Hospital led to permanent disabilities
A woman has filed a lawsuit against Staten Island University Hospital alleging medical malpractice after suffering permanent injuries due to delayed diagnosis and treatment of cauda equina syndrome.
Dave & Buster's accused of violating telemarketing laws by former customer
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Dave & Buster's for allegedly sending promotional text messages at illegal times under federal telemarketing laws.
Unlawful termination lawsuit filed against Air Company Holdings
Dr. Stafford Sheehan has taken legal action against Air Company Holdings for allegedly terminating him unlawfully in retaliation for whistleblowing activities concerning compliance issues within the company.
Real estate firm accused of massive Ponzi scheme
A group of investors has accused a real estate firm and its executives of running a Ponzi scheme involving millions in fraudulent investments.
Former tenured teachers sue NYC Department of Education over vaccine mandate implementation
Two former tenured teachers have filed a lawsuit against the NYC Department of Education alleging unconstitutional handling of COVID-19 vaccine mandates that violated their rights.
EMCORE Corporation accused of misleading shareholders regarding proposed merger
A shareholder has filed a lawsuit against EMCORE Corporation and its board members for allegedly providing misleading information about a proposed merger with Velocity One Holdings that undervalues their shares compared to another offer from Mobix...
Mindful Care accused by former patient over alleged privacy violations
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Mindful Care Inc., a mental health service provider accused of unlawfully sharing sensitive patient data through third-party tracking technologies like Meta Pixel and Google Analytics.
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Real Life Impact, but a Fantasy Dud
Sometimes in fantasy baseball circles you’ll hear the phrase “he’s a better real-life player than fantasy player,” and there aren’t many who fit that description better than recently traded Brendan Donovan.
Sachem Star Has a Historic Day
It is one thing to win a single championship, but securing three titles in one day is nothing short of historic. That is exactly what Sachem East junior Bella Galeas accomplished this past weekend with a remarkable performance at the Suffolk Large School Indoor Track and Field Championships, held at Suffolk Federal Credit Union Arena on the campus of Suffolk County Community College in Brentwood.
Harbaugh Tags Nagy as His New O.C.
The New York Giants are headed in a brand-new direction with their new head coach, and that process has continued as he begins to assemble his staff. This past week, Jim Harbaugh made his first major hire, selecting former Chicago Bears head coach Matt Nagy to run the Giants’ offense.