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Harvey Weinstein's lawyers file complaint against NYC alleging poor medical care and 'gulag' conditions at Rikers Island
Harvey Weinstein’s lawyers filed a legal claim Tuesday against New York City, alleging the disgraced Hollywood mogul is receiving poor medical care and living in an unhygienic environment at the Rikers Island jail complex.
Harvey Weinstein is being subjected to medical negligence at Rikers Island, attorney says
Harvey Weinstein is being subjected to medical negligence in one of the country’s most notorious jails, his attorney said in a legal notice filed Tuesday.
Harvey Weinstein files legal claim alleging lack of medical care and hygiene at Rikers
Harvey Weinstein’s lawyers have filed a legal claim against New York City over allegedly substandard medical treatment and unhygienic conditions. The notice of legal claim filed Tuesday says the 72-year-old former film mogul has been denied medical care while jailed at the city’s notorious Riker’s Island jail complex.
Harvey Weinstein Sues NYC, Alleges 'Medical Negligence' at Rikers Island Amid Health Issues
Harvey Weinstein sues NYC for "medical negligence" at Rikers Island, claiming inadequate medical care despite serious health issues. He seeks $5 million in damages for what his lawyer calls "cruel and unusual punishment.
Harvey Weinstein threatens to sue for medical neglect while in jail, 'feared for his life'
Rikers Island and Bellevue Hospital are accused of neglecting to care for Harvey Weinstein as he battles cancer, diabetes and other health issues.
Harvey Weinstein sues NYC Department of Corrections for 'medical negligence'
NEW YORK -- Harvey Weinstein is suing New York City and its Department of Correction, alleging negligence and failure to provide adequate care. Weinstein is being held at Rikers Island while he awaits a new trial on sexual assault charges. Weinstein has been diagnosed with bone cancer, according to his associates.
Harvey Weinstein suing NYC, DOC over "deplorable" Rikers Island conditions
Harvey Weinstein is suing New York City and the Department of Correction over what he calls "deplorable conditions" at Rikers Island.
Harvey Weinstein files legal claim against New York City over lack of medical care and hygiene at Rikers Island jail
Harvey Weinstein's legal claim highlights alleged substandard medical care and unsanitary conditions at Rikers Island jail, amid his ongoing health battles. The claim seeks $5 million in damages and raises concerns over the treatment of inmates with severe medical conditions.
Harvey Weinstein’s lawyers file legal claim alleging lack of medical care and unhygienic conditions in prison
Harvey Weinstein's lawyers have filed a legal claim against New York City, alleging that he is receiving substandard medical treatment in unhygienic conditions while in custody at the notorious Rikers Island jail complex.
Weinstein sues NYC Department of Corrections for 'medical negligence'
Harvey Weinstein is suing New York City and its Department of Correction, alleging negligence and failure to provide adequate care.
Weinstein Threatens Legal Action Over Alleged Medical Neglect
Harvey Weinstein has threatened to sue Rikers Island and Bellevue Hospital staff for medical neglect after allegedly failing to provide him with proper medical care. According to a court filing, the disgraced film producer’s health issues include chronic myeloid,
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Lawyers: Weinstein Is Being Neglected in 'Gulag'
Harvey Weinstein is taking legal action against New York City over jail conditions one of his lawyers likens to "a gulag ...
Harvey Weinstein kept in ’gulag’ conditions at Rikers, with ’blood on prison garb’ – lawyers file claim against NYC
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Weinstein's Legal Battle: Health Crisis at Rikers
Harvey Weinstein's lawyers have filed a legal claim against New York City, alleging he faces inadequate medical care at ...