Rikers

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

City of New York to Pay $28 Million Settlement in Shocking Rikers Island Suicide Case

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New York City has agreed to a settlement of over $28 million in a civil rights lawsuit filed by the grandmother of a man who attempted suicide while in custody on Rikers Island. Madeline Feliciano alleges that three correction officers and a captain waited nearly eight minutes before helping her grandson, Nicholas Feliciano, when he tried to take his own life in a jail cell in November 2019. A report by the Correction Department Oversight Board found that Nicholas was left hanging for seven minutes and 51 seconds, resulting in brain damage. The incident was … Read more