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Harvey Weinstein’s Attorney Raises Alarms Over Alleged ‘Torturous’ Conditions at Rikers Island, Fears for His Health and Survival

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New York, NY — Concerns have been raised by Harvey Weinstein’s lawyer, Imran H. Ansari, regarding the treatment of his client in the Rikers Island jail, describing the conditions akin to a “torture chamber” or “medieval dungeon.” Weinstein, the 76-year-old former film producer and convicted sex offender, has been battling chronic myeloid leukemia since his diagnosis in October. Ansari, after a recent visit to Weinstein, was taken aback by what he described as the severe neglect and potential mistreatment his client is enduring while incarcerated. Ansari recounts that Weinstein appeared physically unkempt, with stained clothes … Read more

Harvey Weinstein’s Legal Team Claims Inhumane Treatment, Files $5 Million Lawsuit Over Alleged Negligent Care at Rikers Island

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New York, NY — Attorneys representing Harvey Weinstein have raised serious concerns about the former film producer’s health and treatment while incarcerated at Rikers Island, describing the conditions he faces as life-threatening. Weinstein, 72, who was diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia in October, has reportedly been subjected to substandard medical care, prompting a legal battle against New York City. Weinstein’s legal team claims that the notorious prison has become nothing short of a torture chamber where he remains in bloodied clothing and has worn the same underwear for extended periods amid freezing conditions. This treatment, … Read more

Harvey Weinstein’s Legal Team Claims Medical Neglect and Unsafe Conditions at Rikers Island, Plans $5 Million Lawsuit Against NYC

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New York – Harvey Weinstein’s legal team has initiated legal action against New York City, claiming that the former film producer has faced medical neglect and unsafe living conditions while detained at Rikers Island. This comes as Weinstein prepares for a retrial on rape charges, following the overturning of his previous conviction. At 72, Weinstein is dealing with significant health issues including leukemia and diabetes, which, according to his lawyers, have not been appropriately managed by the jail facility. His attorney, Imran H. Ansari, illustrated the grim situation by describing Weinstein’s unhygienic and cold living … Read more

Harvey Weinstein’s Retrial Postponed to 2023, Defense Seeks Private Investigator in Strategic Move

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Los Angeles, California — A retrial for disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein has been rescheduled for the next year, as his defense attorney, Mark Werksman, seeks to enlist the aid of a private investigator. The retrial, initially set for this month, will delve into accusations of sexual assault involving five women, which allegedly took place in hotels in Los Angeles and Beverly Hills. Weinstein, 71, is currently serving a 23-year sentence in a New York prison after being convicted in 2020 for rape and sexual assault. This conviction marked a significant development in the #MeToo … Read more