David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor
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Over the Top, Looking Down Into the Shelton Haynes Chaos
The chaos at RIOC, led by CEO Shelton J. Haynes and his administration, has resulted in numerous lawsuits and investigations. Allegations include racial bias, religious discrimination, and wrongful dismissal of employees. The dysfunctional environment led to substantial legal expenses, leaving critical projects underfunded. It is crucial for proactive measures to be taken by the authorities and the board for a much-needed overhaul.
AS RIOC defends itself in Eliav’s lawsuit, a troubling theme continues
Arthur Eliav’s lawsuit against RIOC executives, now in New York State court, is complex, but it brings out some troubling RIOC defense tactics. They are also a bust for RIOC, whoever prevails, because they seek winning over doing right. by…
Another Month, Another New RIOC Lawsuit: Eliav Sues Haynes, Robinson and Sharpe
Even their suspensions can’t save them as former RIOC Associate General Counsel Arthur Eliav sues the familiar suspects. Along with RIOC, he takes aim at President/CEO Shelton J. Haynes, Chief Counsel Gretchen Robinson and Administration AVP Tajuna L. Sharpe. They…
Fired Managers Suffer Setbacks in Lawsuits Against RIOC
Fired managers Susan Rosenthal and Arthur Eliav saw their cases to make New York, RIOC and its executives pay for misconduct rejected. Next steps are unknown, but lawsuits can wind their way endlessly through the courts before they’re exhausted. by…
What’s New In Arthur Eliav’s Lawsuit Against RIOC, Haynes & Co.?
Filed back in late 2022, former RIOC staff attorney Arthur Eliav’s lawsuit against RIOC and its executives remains heated. While Eliav accuses them of several violations of law, the state’s attorneys push a familiar response that smacks of retaliation. Earlier…
RIOC, Haynes Slammed with New Discrimination Lawsuit
Last month, precisely one year after being fired, former RIOC in-house counsel Arthur Eliav filed a discrimination lawsuit against his former employer. Also named as defendants are President/CEO Shelton J. Haynes, Chief Counsel Gretchen Robinson and Assistant Vice President Tajuna…
Lying? Cheating? Deceiving? RIOC’s Markus Sztejnberg Gambit
Attorney Markus Sztejnberg, an ethicist according to his LinkedIn profile, flashed on and off the Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation’s (RIOC) stage in the past year. But ethics never appeared as a driving factor. He said little, never lied as far…
Lawless RIOC Under Hochul/Haynes. Information Lock Down
“First sign of a terrible leader is that they hide behind their staff who is out in the front lines,” an insider observed. He referred to RIOC President/CEO Shelton J. Haynes and Chief Counsel Gretchen Robinson. They “use that constantly”…
Inspector General Complaint #5 Lodged Against RIOC
While still awaiting the Inspector General’s response to our earlier complaints, we were shown evidence of misconduct by RIOC’s General Counsel Gretchen Robinson that couldn’t be ignored. She directed her allegedly illegal actions at the Roosevelt Island Daily in retaliation…
RIOC Insider Slams Haynes & Company After Firing
In April, Arthur Eliav, a RIOC legal counsel for fifteen years, dismissed without cause in December, pled with RIOC’s board to do its job. No surprise, the board continues as it has for years regardless with no action taken. For…
David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor