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Dec 31, 2024

Lawsuit alleges security firm Platinum Protection Services violated wage laws

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against his previous employers, accusing them of violating labor laws. Kyle Boiko filed a complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York on December 19, 2024, naming Samori Samad, Anthony Wigfall, and Platinum Investigations Inc., doing business as Platinum Protection Services.

Dec 30, 2024

Lawsuit alleges NYC Police mishandled mental health crisis, resulting in injury

A lawsuit filed against the New York Police Department (NYPD) accuses officers of using excessive force during an encounter with a woman experiencing a mental health crisis.

Dec 30, 2024

Survivor sues hotel chain over alleged complicity in sex trafficking

A lawsuit has been filed against a hotel chain accused of enabling sex trafficking on its premises. On December 16, 2024, an individual survivor of sex trafficking, identified as R.A., filed a complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York against RRI Venture Westbury LLC.

Dec 27, 2024

Allstate Insurance accuses medical professionals of fraudulent billing scheme

Allstate Insurance has filed a lawsuit against several medical professionals and their associated corporations, accusing them of defrauding insurers through fraudulent healthcare claims.

Dec 27, 2024

Former Kotaku editor sues social media influencer over harassment campaign

A lawsuit has been filed in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York, accusing social media influencer Jeff Tarzia of leading a targeted campaign of harassment against Alyssa Mercante, a former senior editor at Kotaku, a video game news and culture website.

Dec 27, 2024

GEICO accuses New York medical practice of submitting fraudulent insurance claims

Government Employees Insurance Co. (GEICO), along with its affiliates GEICO Indemnity Co., GEICO General Insurance Company, and GEICO Casualty Co., has filed a lawsuit in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York on December 9, 2024, accusing NY Interventional Pain Medicine PLLC and Dr. Jigynasa Desai of submitting fraudulent no-fault insurance claims.

Dec 26, 2024

Former employee alleges disability discrimination against construction companies

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against his former employers, Grace Industries LLC, The Haugland Group LLC, and individuals Sean Gruebert and Daniel Heyburn, claiming discrimination and retaliation related to his disability.

Dec 26, 2024

U.S. government seeks forfeiture of cryptocurrency in Binance fraud scheme

The U.S. government has filed a lawsuit to seize cryptocurrency assets allegedly connected to a fraudulent scheme involving Binance accounts.

Dec 25, 2024

Lawsuit claims fraudulent inducement over Florida property ownership

A lawsuit has been filed in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York, alleging fraudulent inducement, constructive trust, and unjust enrichment.

Dec 25, 2024

New York resident alleges conspiracy against state officials over legal proceedings

A federal lawsuit has been filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York, accusing several individuals and state officials of conspiracy and misconduct in a legal case.

Dec 24, 2024

Long Beach accused of unconstitutional vehicle seizures under 'Boot and Tow' policy

A Long Beach resident is suing the city over its "Boot and Tow" policy, claiming it violates constitutional rights.

Dec 24, 2024

Better Houseware sues Dorai Home over patent infringement dispute

Better Houseware Corporation, a manufacturer of household products, has filed a lawsuit against Dorai Home, Inc., a maker of home goods, over a patent dispute.

Dec 23, 2024

Mother sues UPPAbaby over child’s injury from defective stroller

A lawsuit has been filed against baby product manufacturer UPPAbaby, alleging serious injuries caused by one of its products.

Dec 23, 2024

Woman alleges negligence against Qatar Airways, American Airlines over in-flight injury

A lawsuit has been filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York following an in-flight injury on an international flight.

Dec 17, 2024

Lawsuit accuses Paragon Motors of fostering hostile work environment

A civil lawsuit has been filed against Paragon Motors of Woodside, Inc., a New York-based automotive company, accusing it of fostering a hostile work environment through sexual harassment and discrimination.

Dec 17, 2024

Lawsuit alleges Delta Air Lines discriminated against former employee

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Delta Air Lines, Inc., alleging workplace discrimination and retaliation.

Dec 17, 2024

Lawsuit alleges deceptive labeling by Piping Rock Health Products

A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Piping Rock Health Products, LLC, doing business as Natural Vitality, over allegations of misleading labeling on their "CALM GUMMIES Magnesium Supplement" products.

Dec 17, 2024

Former employee alleges discrimination over vaccine mandate at Stony Brook Hospital

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Stony Brook University Hospital, alleging wrongful termination due to disability discrimination related to the hospital’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate.

Dec 17, 2024

Liberty Mutual sues psychology clinic network for alleged fraud

Liberty Mutual Insurance has filed a lawsuit against a group of individuals and entities, accusing them of orchestrating a fraudulent insurance scheme.

Dec 17, 2024

Civil rights lawsuit filed against NYC police over alleged racial discrimination

A civil rights lawsuit has been filed against the City of New York and its police department, accusing them of negligence and discrimination.

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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.


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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.