Monthly Archives: June 2018
NYPD Looking Into Possible Mario Batali Sex Crimes
During a recent interview, an unnamed woman accused the celebrity chef of drugging and raping her in 2005. The woman says she recalled joining Mr. Batali for a glass of wine at a Manhattan restaurant that he often frequented. Sometime later, she says she woke up on the floor feeling woozy and violated. She… Read More »
NYC To Limit Marijuana Prosecutions
Mayor Bill De Blasio said he wanted the police department to “end unnecessary arrests” related to marijuana possession, and Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus Vance Jr. said his agency would stop prosecuting low-level possession and smoking offenses. What do these changes mean for you? Mr. Vance cited a report which concluded that marijuana possession arrests… Read More »
Harvey Weinstein Faces Jail Time In New York For Sexual Assault
The former Hollywood producer declined to testify in front of a Manhattan grand jury. As expected, he was indicted for sex crimes offenses. Initially, it appeared that Mr. Weinstein would talk to the body that is investigating both two sexual assault charges and allegations that Mr. Weinstein gave hush money to other alleged victims…. Read More »