U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York News

U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York News


Sep 2, 2025

Plaintiffs accuse city officials, NYPD officers of civil rights violations during peaceful protest

A lawsuit filed Feb. 12, 2025, in the Southern District of New York accuses the City of New York and several high-ranking officials, including Mayor Eric Adams, of civil rights violations during a peaceful march in Bay Ridge on Oct. 21, 2023.

Sep 2, 2025

NY companies challenge national pension funds over $9 million in alleged out-of-jurisdiction pension contributions

Sign Acquisition Corporation, doing business as TJ Signs, Inc., and American Signcrafters, LLC, filed a complaint against the Sheet Metal Workers’ National Pension Fund and other associated funds over disputed contributions.

Sep 2, 2025

New York physician sues USMLE and FSMB over exam suspension

A New York-based physician is taking legal action against the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE), Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB), and National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME), claiming the organizations deprived him of procedural due process by suspending his eligibility to retake a licensing exam.

Sep 2, 2025

Nassau County man files civil rights lawsuit against sheriff over alleged excessive force

A civil rights lawsuit has been filed against Nassau County Sheriff Anthony J. LaRocca, the Nassau County Sheriff’s Department, and several unnamed deputies, accusing them of excessive force and abuse.

Sep 1, 2025

Plaintiff Alleges Local Diners Violate Disability Access Laws

Matthew Pike has filed a lawsuit against two Long Island City diners for violating disability access laws by failing to provide adequate wheelchair access.

Sep 1, 2025

77-year-old Nassau County man sues Bank of America over $10,000 online scam loss

A Nassau County resident has filed a lawsuit, accusing Bank of America of failing to protect his account from fraudulent electronic fund transfers (EFTs), resulting in a loss of $10,000.

Aug 28, 2025

Village of Hempstead sues companies over water contamination

The Village of Hempstead has filed a lawsuit against several corporations, alleging responsibility for contaminating its water supply with hazardous chemicals. The defendants include Win-Holt Equipment Corp., Holtland LLC, and other companies accused of releasing toxic substances into the environment.

Aug 28, 2025

AYR sues contractors over alleged fraudulent real estate scheme

AYR International Limited and AYR Real Estate USA, LLC have filed a lawsuit against NYC Special Contractors Inc., DCD Construction, LLC, Igor Akopov, and Denis Portaev, alleging a fraudulent scheme that cost them millions. The plaintiffs accuse the defendants of misappropriating funds from a real estate project in Brooklyn.

Aug 28, 2025

Former employee sues Compass Group alleging unpaid overtime

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against major food service company, Compass Group USA, Inc., and its Senior Executive Chef, Stephan Mets-Hagopian, for failing to pay overtime wages as required by federal and state law.

Aug 27, 2025

City employees sue New York City over employee COVID-19 vaccine mandates

Three individuals have filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and its departments, challenging the city's COVID-19 vaccine mandates for employees.

Aug 27, 2025

Chinese investor sues Broadway Licensing Group over alleged financial misconduct

A Chinese investor has filed a lawsuit against several theatrical licensing companies and individuals, alleging financial misconduct that resulted in significant personal losses.

Aug 25, 2025

Film editors sue Stone Village Films over alleged unpaid wages

Two film editors have filed a lawsuit against several production companies and producer Scott Steindorff for allegedly failing to pay agreed wages for months worked on various projects in Brooklyn, New York.

Aug 25, 2025

Pride of Iowa Sandwiches sues Tasty Brands alleging thefts of trade secrets

Pride of Iowa Sandwiches, Inc., a family-owned business specializing in grilled cheese sandwiches, has filed a lawsuit against Tasty Brands, LLC and its CEO, David Horowitz. The lawsuit accuses the defendants of misappropriating trade secrets and engaging in unfair competition.

Aug 25, 2025

Fleet Connect sues IntelliShift over alleged patent infringement

Fleet Connect Solutions LLC has filed a lawsuit against Vehicle Tracking Solutions LLC d/b/a IntelliShift for allegedly infringing on multiple patents related to fleet management technology.

Aug 25, 2025

GEICO sues New York medical suppliers over alleged $2 million insurance fraud

Insurance company GEICO has filed a lawsuit against several medical supply companies and individuals to recover more than $2 million, alleging was obtained through fraudulent insurance claims.

Aug 25, 2025

Shareholder lawsuit targets Arbor Realty Trust executives over lending practices

A shareholder has filed a lawsuit against the board members and executives of a real estate investment trust (REIT), accusing them of fiduciary breaches and securities law violations.

Aug 24, 2025

Animal welfare advocate sues Town of Hempstead over shelter dispute

Janice Blake has filed a lawsuit against The Town of Hempstead alleging retaliation after she criticized their Animal Shelter operations publicly.

Aug 24, 2025

ASA College sues U.S. for nearly $6M in ERC tax refunds

ASA College has taken legal action against the United States government over unissued Employee Retention Credit refunds totaling nearly $6 million for three quarters in 2021.

Aug 24, 2025

Retired NYPD supervisor sues Nassau County over firearm seizure

A retired NYPD supervisor has filed a lawsuit against Nassau County authorities alleging violations of constitutional rights following a domestic dispute at his home where police seized his firearms without cause or due process

Aug 24, 2025

Keurig Dr. Pepper faces class action over Snapple 'All Natural' claims

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Keurig Dr Pepper Inc., accusing the company of misleading consumers with false advertising claims regarding its Snapple beverages.

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Education

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.


Sports

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.


Sports

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.