Jocelyn Pierre, a paraplegic man, has filed 113 lawsuits since 2018 against various New York establishments for ADA violations. His actions, supported by attorneys Bradly and Darren Marks, have resulted in settlements that reportedly improved his lifestyle, including a new apartment and a luxury car. Many of the accused businesses, including famous restaurants like Lucali, argue that these lawsuits amount to a cash grab rather than genuine advocacy for accessibility, prompting some to fight back legally against Pierre's claims, alleging malicious prosecution.
"In order to justify his absurd requests for attorney's fees, the defendant lawyer uses and abuses the disabled defendant Pierre to pretend that he enters every single New York City restaurant on a random block..."
"Those who have received settlement offers describe it as a cash grab, accusing Pierre's lawyers of exploiting the Americans with Disabilities Act for profit rather than advocacy."
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