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’s legal team filed a claim against New York City, alleging inadequate medical care and unsanitary conditions at Rikers Island. They cite neglect of his chronic conditions and seek $5 million in damages,

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’s lawyers have filed a legal claim against New York City over allegedly substandard medical treatment and unhygienic conditions

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.

Harvey Weinstein has filed an official complaint over the "deplorable" conditions at the prison where he has been serving time with his lawyer comparing the Rikers Island facility in New York to a "gulag".

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 is suing New York City and the Department of Correction over what he calls "deplorable conditions" at Rikers Island.

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