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Amid Backlash, Phoenix Refuses to ID Aggressive Cop, Family Files $10M Claim

By Meg O'ConnorJune 13, 2019

Phoenix police won’t ID the officer who said, “I’m gonna put a fucking cap in your fucking head!” The family filed a $10M claim against the city.

Man Sues Mesa Cops, Claims They Broke His Wrist During Brutal Arrest

By Meg O'ConnorJune 3, 2019

Over 14 times, Kirkpatrick told cops his wrist hurt and begged them to help. Mesa cops laughed and said, “It’s supposed to” hurt and “That’s what you get.”

Lawsuit: Man Says Phoenix Cop Shot Him for No Reason

Lawsuit: Man Says Phoenix Cop Shot Him for No Reason

By Meg O'ConnorMay 31, 2019

Curiel claims Phoenix police officer James Byrd began shooting him without ever identifying himself as a police officer, then sicced a dog on him.

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Botched Birth Leaves Baby With Skull Fracture and Disabilities, Lawsuit Says

Botched Birth Leaves Baby With Skull Fracture and Disabilities, Lawsuit Says

By Meg O'ConnorMay 24, 2019

Holland’s birthing experience at the Sun Life Center for Women went so awry, her child’s skull was fractured during labor.

APS Ex-Employee Sues Over Alleged Sexual Harassment and Retaliation

APS Ex-Employee Sues Over Alleged Sexual Harassment and Retaliation

By Elizabeth WhitmanMay 23, 2019

The problems began when Cristina Miller was sexually harassed by her manager. They got worse when her cancer returned.

Developer George Johnson Loses $21M to Ex-County Supervisor Andy Kunasek

Developer George Johnson Loses $21M to Ex-County Supervisor Andy Kunasek

By Ray SternMay 16, 2019

The dispute began after Kunasek invested money in deals with Johnson and became partners with Johnson’s children in a small utility business.

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Woman Sues Phoenix Cop for Stalking and False Imprisonment

By Meg O'ConnorMay 16, 2019

A woman alleges officer Marcos Rodriguez stalked her, showed up at her house uninvited, made unwanted sexual advances, and pointed a gun at her head.

Police Board Still Sitting on 2016 Complaint Against MCSO Sheriff Candidate

Police Board Still Sitting on 2016 Complaint Against MCSO Sheriff Candidate

By Steven HsiehMay 10, 2019

“There is a professional matter of not embarrassing Sheridan.”

‘Distracted, Frustrated, and Aggravated’ Scottsdale Man Sues Over Junk Texts

‘Distracted, Frustrated, and Aggravated’ Scottsdale Man Sues Over Junk Texts

By Steven HsiehMay 3, 2019

“Text STOP to end.” He texted STOP. It did not end.

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‘Nation’s Only Female Chain Gang’ Apparently Disbanded

By Meg O'ConnorMay 2, 2019

The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office website still boasts that a “unique feature” of Estrella Jail is “the nation’s only female chain gang.”

Man in Viral Police Shooting Video Sues, Claims Phoenix PD Sicced Dogs on Him

By Meg O'ConnorApril 23, 2019

“You’re going to wish you said that earlier,” Officer McCarthy said, commanding his police dog, Fracken, to attack, according to the lawsuit.

Lawsuit: Arizona’s Dept. of Economic Security Is Literally a Toxic Place to Work

Lawsuit: Arizona’s Dept. of Economic Security Is Literally a Toxic Place to Work

By Elizabeth WhitmanApril 5, 2019

There was no automated external defibrillator device, or AED, on the premises to jump-start her heart. Nor was anyone there trained in CPR.

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Gluten in Soup at Grand Canyon’s El Tovar Hotel Injured L.A. Man, Lawsuit Claims

Gluten in Soup at Grand Canyon’s El Tovar Hotel Injured L.A. Man, Lawsuit Claims

By Ray SternApril 2, 2019

“…Waves of nausea, radiating abdominal pain, a migraine headache, vomiting, and then diarrhea.”

We Fix Ugly Pools™ Sues Company Formerly Known as We Fix Ugly Houses

We Fix Ugly Pools™ Sues Company Formerly Known as We Fix Ugly Houses

By Steven HsiehMarch 12, 2019

This dispute between these two Valley companies is just plain “Ugly.” So fix it.

Arizona AG Sues Glendale Irrigation District for Sexual Harassment

By Steven HsiehFebruary 5, 2019

“What are you girls talking about over there? My big dick?”

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Who Mistakenly Called Ex-Sheriff Joe Arpaio a ‘Convicted Felon?’ Lots of People

Who Mistakenly Called Ex-Sheriff Joe Arpaio a ‘Convicted Felon?’ Lots of People

By Ray SternDecember 12, 2018

He’s suing CNN, Huffington Post and Rolling Stone but there are plenty of people who have misrepresented his criminal record.

Lawsuit: Luxury Arizona Biltmore Resort Has a Bedbug Problem

Lawsuit: Luxury Arizona Biltmore Resort Has a Bedbug Problem

By Steven HsiehNovember 16, 2018

“Lavish accommodations with unparalleled experiences.”

Ex-Cop Sues New York Newspaper For Publishing Facts

Ex-Cop Sues New York Newspaper For Publishing Facts

By Steven HsiehOctober 17, 2018

He wants $147 million.

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If Twitter Numbers Counted, @RealSheriffJoe Would Be an Easy Winner in Senate Race

By Stuart WarnerAugust 20, 2018

Isn’t that what matters in this country.?

Joe Arpaio Says He Would Accept Oral Sex From Donald Trump on Who Is America?

By Dillon RosenblattAugust 5, 2018

On the latest episode of his show, Sacha Baron Cohen discussed sexual acts with Joe Arpaio.

Arpaio Tweet of the Day: Kelli Ward Can’t ‘Handle the (Twitter) Truth’

Arpaio Tweet of the Day: Kelli Ward Can’t ‘Handle the (Twitter) Truth’

By Stuart WarnerJuly 24, 2018

@RealSheriffJoe wants to spark a social media war.

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Arpaio Tweet of the Day: Mexican Cartel Has Put a Hit Out on Me

By Stuart WarnerJuly 19, 2018

Sheriff Joe has blocked New Times on Twitter but we won’t be deterred in getting his message out to our readers.

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