National City business owners are joining a growing list of businesses suing the city, county and other organizations for the Jan. 22 [2024] floods. The complaint, which was filed on Dec. 3, accuses these entities of being responsible for the damages caused to their businesses and properties. Two business owners told NBC 7 they want the cities and entities listed on the complaint to be held accountable for the damages and losses their negligence has caused them. … The complaint accuses the cities of San Diego and National City, along with the county and other entities, of negligence, claiming they failed to maintain the drains and keep them clear of debris.