Class Action Lawsuit Accuses Bi-Rite Grocery Chain of Wage Abuse and Violations

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) – Bi-Rite, a local grocery chain in San Francisco, is facing a class action lawsuit filed by workers on January 3. The lawsuit accuses the store of violating rest break and wage statement regulations, as well as failing to provide proper overtime pay and meal and rest breaks. The former employee leading the lawsuit claims that Bi-Rite has engaged in a pattern of wage abuse against its hourly-paid and non-exempt employees. The plaintiffs are seeking compensation and a trial by jury. In another legal battle, the city of Berkeley has lost its … Read more

Dunkin’ Worker Files Lawsuit Against Supervisor for Bipolar Discrimination and Workplace Violations

OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. – A worker at a Dunkin’ store in Ocean County has filed a lawsuit against his supervisor, alleging harassment and discrimination due to his bipolar disorder. The worker, in his 30s, claims that he was mocked by his direct supervisor, Lisa Fresco, after expressing concerns about workplace violations. The lawsuit, filed in Superior Court of Ocean County, states that Fresco made derogatory comments about his disorder, stating, “You must be going bipolar,” when he disagreed with her. According to court documents, the worker contacted human resources to complain about not receiving quarterly … Read more

Love Is Blind Contestant Files Lawsuit Against Netflix Over Alleged Abuse and Contract Violations

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A contestant from the reality show “Love Is Blind” has filed a lawsuit against Netflix and the show’s production company, alleging mistreatment and violation of her rights. Renee Poche, a Houston veterinarian, claims that she was subjected to punitive treatment by the show’s producers, including having her phone, passport, and driver’s license seized, and being locked in a hotel room. She also states that she was pressured to continue an emotionally abusive relationship with a fellow contestant. The lawsuit focuses on a nondisclosure agreement that Poche signed, which the production company … Read more

Wrongful Death Lawsuit Accuses Lycoming County Prison of Negligence and Civil Rights Violations After Inmate Dies from COVID-19 and Diabetes Complications

Williamsport, Pennsylvania – The family of a man who died in Lycoming County Prison has filed a federal lawsuit accusing jail staff of neglecting his worsening symptoms until it was too late. Chaz Donya Turner, 33, died on January 15, 2022, due to complications from COVID-19 and diabetes, according to an autopsy conducted by Lycoming County Coroner Charles Kiessling. Turner, who had a history of diabetes and hyperglycemia, had sought medical attention at UPMC Williamsport for abdominal issues just a few days before his arrest. Turner was taken into custody on January 4, 2022, on … Read more