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politics25 days ago•6 min saved

Former Inmate to Lead NYC Jails as Mamdani Pushes Reform

Mayor Mamdani named Stanley Richards, a former inmate and longtime prisoner advocate, as the head of the NYC Department of Correction—the first formerly incarcerated leader of the agency—while appointing Dr. Alister Martin to head the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. The changes come as Rikers Island operates under federal oversight amid a plan to replace the jail with four borough-based facilities by 2027, a shift that comes with a broadened power structure for the court-ordered monitor, ballooning costs, and ongoing labor and budget challenges.

via The New York Times|

#corrections #health-department #mamdani-administration

health1 year ago•0 min saved

Harvey Weinstein Hospitalized Amid Leukemia Diagnosis and Alarming Blood Test

Harvey Weinstein has been hospitalized at Bellevue Hospital in New York City for urgent treatment following an alarming blood test result, according to his lawyer. Weinstein, who is awaiting a new trial on sexual assault charges and is currently held at Rikers Island, has been diagnosed with several illnesses, including leukemia. His legal team claims he is receiving inadequate medical care and is suing New York City and its Department of Correction for negligence. Weinstein's spokesperson describes his treatment as cruel and unusual punishment.

via ABC News|

#harvey-weinstein #health #hospitalization

film1 year ago•2 min saved

Harvey Weinstein Hospitalized Following Concerning Blood Test Results

Harvey Weinstein has been transferred to Bellevue Hospital after an alarming blood test result, amid claims of inhumane conditions at Rikers Island where he is held awaiting retrial. His attorney argues that Weinstein's health has deteriorated due to inadequate medical care, and a federal judge has criticized the high level of violence and poor conditions at Rikers. Weinstein, who suffers from multiple health issues, is expected to remain in the hospital until stabilized.

via Variety|

#bellevue-hospital #film #harvey-weinstein

health1 year ago•3 min saved

Harvey Weinstein Hospitalized for Leukemia and Alarming Blood Test

Harvey Weinstein has been hospitalized at Bellevue Hospital in New York due to alarming blood test results, amid claims of inhumane conditions and inadequate medical care at Rikers Island jail. Weinstein, who is reportedly suffering from leukemia, recently filed a $5 million lawsuit against the City of New York over the conditions at the facility. His attorney argues that the lack of medical attention constitutes cruel and unusual punishment. Weinstein, convicted of sex crimes in 2020, is awaiting a retrial and has been hospitalized multiple times in recent months.

via Deadline|

#bellevue-hospital #harvey-weinstein #health

legal1 year ago•2 min saved

Weinstein Sues NYC Over Alleged Neglect and 'Gulag' Conditions at Rikers

Harvey Weinstein's lawyers have filed a legal claim against New York City, alleging inadequate medical care and poor living conditions at Rikers Island, where Weinstein is held. The claim highlights Weinstein's serious health issues and accuses the facility of neglecting basic human needs, likening it to a 'gulag.' The legal team seeks $5 million in damages, arguing the conditions violate the Eighth Amendment. Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction was overturned, and he awaits a retrial in 2025.

via NBC News|

#harvey-weinstein #lawsuit #legal

law-and-justice1 year ago•4 min saved

Federal Judge Moves Closer to Rikers Island Takeover After NYC Contempt Ruling

A Manhattan federal judge has recommended appointing a third-party receiver to oversee Rikers Island jails due to persistent safety and use-of-force issues, citing nine years of failed reforms by the Department of Correction. Despite opposition from Mayor Eric Adams, who points to recent improvements, Judge Laura Taylor Swain argues that a receivership is necessary to address ongoing threats and non-compliance with court orders. The decision requires parties to agree on the receiver's powers and role by January 14, 2024, amid concerns about the jails' culture of brutality and management inefficiencies.

via THE CITY|

#department-of-correction #eric-adams #judicial-reform

law-and-justice1 year ago

NYC Faces Federal Takeover After Rikers Contempt Ruling

A judge has found New York City in contempt of court, which may lead to a federal takeover of Rikers Island jail complex. This decision comes amid ongoing concerns about the conditions and management of the facility, highlighting the city's failure to comply with previous court orders aimed at reforming the troubled jail system.

via The New York Times|

#contempt #court-ruling #law-and-justice

legal1 year ago•1 min saved

Harvey Weinstein Sues NYC Over Alleged Prison Neglect and Poor Conditions

Harvey Weinstein's lawyers have filed a legal claim against New York City, alleging that he is receiving inadequate medical care and is being held in unsanitary conditions at Rikers Island jail. The claim highlights issues such as untreated medical conditions, lack of clean clothing, and poor hygiene, seeking $5 million in damages. Weinstein, who has chronic health issues, has been in custody since his 2020 rape conviction was overturned, with a retrial set for 2025.

via The Guardian|

#harvey-weinstein #legal #legal-claim

legal1 year ago•3 min saved

Harvey Weinstein Sues NYC Over Rikers Island Conditions and Medical Neglect

Harvey Weinstein is suing the City of New York, alleging unsanitary and inhumane conditions at Rikers Island, where he is imprisoned. His lawyer claims Weinstein, who has chronic myeloid leukemia, has been denied adequate medical care and basic hygiene, describing the conditions as "deplorable" and akin to a "gulag." The lawsuit seeks $5 million in damages for negligence and violation of Weinstein's Eighth Amendment rights against cruel and unusual punishment.

via The Mirror US|

#harvey-weinstein #lawsuit #legal

legalcrime1 year ago•1 min saved

Former Trump Organization CFO Allen Weisselberg Sentenced to 5 Months in Jail for Perjury

Allen Weisselberg, Donald Trump's former finance chief, has been sentenced to five months in Rikers Island for perjury. He admitted to lying about helping Trump inflate his net worth to secure favorable loan terms. Weisselberg's loyalty to the Trump family led to his imprisonment, as he refused to turn on Trump despite facing charges. His lawyer stated that Weisselberg looks forward to the end of this experience and returning to his family and retirement.

via The New York Times|

#allen-weisselberg #donald-trump #legalcrime

legal-civil-rights1 year ago•1 min saved

"Record $28M Settlement Reached in Rikers Island Lawsuit Over Inmate's Suicide"

New York City has agreed to pay $28.75 million to settle a civil rights lawsuit filed by Madeline Feliciano, whose grandson attempted suicide while in custody on Rikers Island in 2019. The lawsuit alleged that correction officers waited nearly eight minutes before helping him, resulting in brain damage. Three officers and a captain were indicted on charges in 2022. The settlement will go towards Nicholas Feliciano's medical care, and his family is also advocating for the closure of Rikers Island, despite Mayor Eric Adams' concerns about public safety and jail population accommodation.

via CBS New York|

#activists #civil-rights-lawsuit #legal-civil-rights

legalcriminal-justice1 year ago•2 min saved

"Record $28M Settlement: Rikers Inmate's Suicide Attempt Leads to NYC Payout"

New York City has agreed to pay a record $28.7 million settlement to the family of Nicholas Feliciano, a Rikers Island inmate who was left severely brain damaged after a suicide attempt while guards allegedly watched. The incident led to criminal charges against four guards and a lawsuit against the city and others. Feliciano, who was 18 at the time, now requires lifetime care and has limited functions due to the incident. The proposed settlement, one of the largest in the city's civil rights cases, aims to cover his ongoing care costs.

via New York Post |

#inmate-rights #legalcriminal-justice #mental-health

us1 year ago•1 min saved

Rikers Island Neglect: NYC Pays Record $28M Settlement

New York City has agreed to pay over $28 million to settle a lawsuit filed by the family of Nicholas Feliciano, who suffered severe brain damage after attempting to hang himself in a Rikers Island jail cell while correction officers stood by. The settlement, if approved by a judge, would be one of the largest pretrial settlements awarded to a single plaintiff in a civil rights case in New York City. Feliciano, 18 at the time, had a history of psychiatric hospitalizations and suicide attempts. The guards watched as he flailed his arms and became limp, without intervening. Three guards and a captain faced felony charges, with two guards pleading guilty to official misconduct last year. Feliciano now requires round-the-clock care and struggles with short-term memory loss.

via The New York Times|

#civil-rights #lawsuit #new-york

crime-and-justice1 year ago•2 min saved

'Worst Landlord' in NYC Attacked at Rikers Island

Daniel Ohebshalom, a notorious New York City landlord, surrendered to police for failing to make court-ordered repairs on his Manhattan properties and was sent to Rikers Island, where he was reportedly attacked and hospitalized. Ohebshalom's neglect has resulted in hundreds of violations affecting the health and safety of his tenants, leading to a $3 million fine and a 60-day jail sentence. Tenants have long complained about poor living conditions, including rats, roaches, and lack of heat and hot water. This is not the first time the city has taken action against Ohebshalom, who owns multiple properties across Manhattan.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#crime-and-justice #housing-violations #landlord

crime2 years ago•3 min saved

"Taylor Swift's Alleged Stalker Deemed Mentally Unfit for Trial"

The Seattle law student accused of stalking Taylor Swift, David Crowe, has been deemed mentally unfit for trial and will remain in Rikers on a $100,000 bail after being caught rummaging through a dumpster outside the pop star's NYC home. Crowe, 33, did not appear in court after a psychiatric exam found him unfit, and his attorney stated that he will stay in Rikers until at least tomorrow. He has been arrested multiple times for stalking and harassment, violating a protective order mandating he stay away from Swift and her home, and has been spotted near her apartment about 30 times since November.

via Daily Mail|

#crime #manhattan #mental-health