David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor
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December 2, 2025
Weill Cornell Medicine seeks older adults with mild memory loss for a study on improving navigation apps. Participation is valuable,...
Spencer-EL, Cerone, Smith Settle RIOC Lawsuit: How Much Did They Get?
The whistleblower lawsuit against RIOC resulted in a $225,000 settlement for three plaintiffs, who received modest individual compensation, without any admissions of wrongdoing by RIOC.
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.
New Lawsuit Smacks RIOC. This Time, It’s Public Safety
The Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC) has faced multiple lawsuits in recent years, including allegations of whistleblower retaliation, creating a hostile workplace, and now, police brutality. Michael Adam Center’s lawsuit accuses NYPD officers and RIOC personnel of false imprisonment and excessive force. RIOC and officers deny the allegations. The outcome remains to be seen amidst concerns about transparency and accountability.
RIOC Whistleblower Lawsuit: Closed Case Unveils Disturbing Details
In an action for illegal workplace retaliation, three employees filed a lawsuit against RIOC executives, alleging termination for whistleblowing. The settlement implies acknowledgment of misconduct. The closed case sheds light on RIOC’s troubled history, but with executives under suspension and ongoing investigations, taxpayers face further financial losses. The fight for justice continues.
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…
The Sorry State of RIOC Now Looks Even Sorrier in Sworn Statement
RIOC Board member Howard Polivy’s declaration, responding to a motion in the Haynes/Robinson lawsuit, makes stark the sorry state of RIOC. The biggest question remaining: What the hell took so long? People have been hurt, the public trust damaged, resources…
DENIED: Haynes and Robinson Lose First Round in Their Lawsuit
“Plaintiffs’ Motion for a Preliminary Injunction is DENIED,” the U.S. Southern District Court said last week. RIOC President/CEO Shelton J. Haynes and Chief Counsel Gretchen had asked for a Temporary Restraining Order forcing the state to return them to their…
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…
Fun with the Haynes/Robinson Lawsuit, Version #3
To the untrained legal eye, it might seem excessive to consistently roll out fresh versions of accumulated grievances, but version #3 does just that. While RIOC President/CEO Shelton Haynes and Chief Counsel Gretchen Robinson trample countless people, one of them…
The Shelton J. Haynes Affidavit He Will Live to Regret
A Shelton J. Haynes affidavit, aimed at reinstatement and a halt to investigations, may be legal, but it’s a political blunder. Win or lose, it undermines his claims to power while it underscores his me-first view of the world. by…
David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor