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Explainers

ADA Accommodations in Court: What Disabled Defendants Are Entitled To — And What Happens When They Don’t Get Them

The concept of “due process” for disabled defendants transcends mere legal representation; it hinges on their ability to participate in proceedings. Accommodations are vital and not optional, as demonstrated in Marc Fishman’s case, where systemic barriers jeopardized his fair trial. A just system requires proactive access measures, not mere sympathy. Continue reading ADA Accommodations in Court: What Disabled Defendants Are Entitled To — And What Happens When They Don’t Get Them

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Explainers

The Marc Fishman Case, Explained in One Timeline

Marc Fishman’s case highlights systemic issues in the judicial process. Arrested during a supervised visitation in 2018, he claims crucial evidence was overlooked. In 2024, the New York AG documented misconduct by the arresting officer, yet Fishman’s appeal continues without resolution, raising significant transparency and accountability concerns. Continue reading The Marc Fishman Case, Explained in One Timeline

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Article, case files, disability rights, new-york

Justice Denied: Why Marc Fishman’s Case Matters to Every Disabled New Yorker

Marc Fishman’s case highlights the failures of New York’s justice system regarding disabled defendants. Despite clear exonerating evidence and acknowledgment of police misconduct, Marc remains convicted. His situation underscores systemic flaws in ADA compliance and prosecutorial ethics, raising concerns about the protection of disabled individuals within the legal framework. Continue reading Justice Denied: Why Marc Fishman’s Case Matters to Every Disabled New Yorker

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Article, case files, disability rights, Federal

A Case About Disability Rights, Due Process, and Meaningful Access

A federal civil-rights appeal in the Second Circuit addresses how police treat individuals with disabilities during arrest. Marc H. Fishman alleges New Rochelle police denied his accommodation request during questioning. The appeal emphasizes the need for meaningful access to justice for disabled individuals and challenges dismissals of such cases by lower courts. Continue reading A Case About Disability Rights, Due Process, and Meaningful Access

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Article

Supervised Visitation in Westchester County: A Probation-Run Program That Proves False Arrest

In 2018, disabled father Marc Fishman was arrested during a supervised court visitation with his son, raising issues of false arrest and civil rights violations. His case highlights systemic problems in Westchester County’s supervised visitation program, which operates under probation policy, potentially discriminating against disabled parents while compromising due process protections. Continue reading Supervised Visitation in Westchester County: A Probation-Run Program That Proves False Arrest

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Article

Disability Discrimination and Cover-Ups: Westchester DA Joyce Miller’s Assault on Justice

In Westchester County, District Attorney Joyce Miller is accused of institutional abuse by demanding a five-year separation between Marc Fishman and his children, despite substantial exculpatory evidence. Fishman’s claims of innocence were supported by police video, which was unlawfully withheld. His case highlights issues of disability discrimination and prosecutorial misconduct in the legal system. Continue reading Disability Discrimination and Cover-Ups: Westchester DA Joyce Miller’s Assault on Justice

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Press Release

PRESS RELEASE: Disabled New Yorker Sentencing Hearing Set on His Birthday — Despite Evidence Proving Innocence and Officer Misconduct

PRESS RELEASE: Disabled New Yorker Sentencing Hearing Set on His Birthday — Despite Evidence Proving Innocence and Officer Misconduct

Growing Group of Civil and Disability Rights Advocates Call for Urgent Reforms to State-Wide Police Accountability Office

Disability Advocate Reveals Harrowing Evidence of Wrongful Prosecution Continue reading PRESS RELEASE: Disabled New Yorker Sentencing Hearing Set on His Birthday — Despite Evidence Proving Innocence and Officer Misconduct

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Press Release

Disabled New Yorker Sentencing Hearing Set on His Birthday — Despite Evidence Proving Innocence and Officer Misconduct

PRESS RELEASE: Disabled New Yorker Sentencing Hearing Set on His Birthday — Despite Evidence Proving Innocence and Officer MisconductGrowing Group of Civil and Disability Rights Advocates Call for Urgent Reforms to State-Wide Police Accountability OfficeDisability Advocate Reveals Harrowing Evidence of Wrongful Prosecution August 8, 2025 — Marc Fishman, a disabled father of four and civil rights advocate, is set to be sentenced on his birthday (August 21)— for a 2018 … Continue reading Disabled New Yorker Sentencing Hearing Set on His Birthday — Despite Evidence Proving Innocence and Officer Misconduct

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Letter

July 26, 2023 ADA Letter

Dear Heather Davis, court of appeals ada liasion and Chief court of appeals judge Wilson: Am writing on behalf of the 5 million New Yorkers with a qualified severe disability seeking a reasonable ada accommodation that the full court of appeals consider my leave application for my disability discrimination appeal in 6293/2018. As a severely disabled New Yorker with 8 implants, including two Neurostimulators, I … Continue reading July 26, 2023 ADA Letter

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Article

When Police Lie on Reports: What Happened to Marc Fishman Could Happen to You

Marc Fishman’s supervised visitation with his son turned disastrous due to a false police report by Officer Lane Schlesinger, who claimed Marc violated a protective order. This led to wrongful charges that deprived Marc of his parental rights for over six years. Despite evidence proving his innocence, accountability remained absent. Continue reading When Police Lie on Reports: What Happened to Marc Fishman Could Happen to You

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