Named in 2 known lawsuits, $43,000 total settlements.
Bootman, Solomon, et al. vs Hlapatsos, Stephanie, et al.
Case # 452788/2015,
Supreme Court - New York, April 23, 2015, ended May 31, 2017
$30,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On February 1, 2014, plaintiffs were near Bryant Park, Manhattan., NY. Roberts had chocolates to sell on the street, to raise funds for a school trip for her son. Solomon needed to use a restroom. Roberts directed him to a nearby store. She told him she would remain where she was so he could find her when he returned. Solomon has a processing disorder, difficulty memorizing more than simple directions, and becomes extremely agitated if he encounters unexpected changes in direction or deviations from routine. After Solomon left, a woman in plain clothes approached her and inquired about the chocolates. Roberts responded they cost one dollar. The woman told Roberts to turn around, and placed handcuffs on her. The...
Goba, Maria-Rose vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 14CV02522,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, April 17, 2014, ended February 19, 2015
$13,000 Settlement
Complaint
