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NYPD Brutality Lawsuit Settlement

$13 Million Awarded to Victims of George Floyd Protests

Settlement Marks Landmark Victory for Police Accountability

Hundreds of protesters who were injured or arrested during the 2020 George Floyd protests in New York City will receive a $13 million settlement from the city. The settlement, which was announced by Mayor Bill de Blasio and Attorney General Letitia James, is the largest ever police brutality settlement in the city's history.

The settlement stems from a class-action lawsuit that was filed by the Legal Aid Society and the Center for Constitutional Rights on behalf of the protesters. The lawsuit alleged that the NYPD used excessive force against protesters, including using tear gas, rubber bullets, and batons. The lawsuit also alleged that the NYPD illegally detained protesters and denied them access to medical care.

The city has admitted no wrongdoing as part of the settlement. However, Mayor de Blasio said that the settlement is a "step in the right direction" towards police accountability. "We must do everything we can to ensure that the NYPD respects the rights of all New Yorkers," de Blasio said.

Attorney General James said that the settlement is a "victory for the people of New York City." "This settlement sends a clear message that police brutality will not be tolerated," James said. "We will continue to fight for the rights of all New Yorkers, regardless of their race or background."

The settlement includes $12 million in compensatory damages and $1 million in punitive damages. The compensatory damages will be used to pay for the protesters' medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. The punitive damages are intended to punish the city for its role in the police brutality.

The settlement is a major victory for the protesters and their attorneys. It is also a significant step towards police accountability in New York City. The settlement sends a clear message that police brutality will not be tolerated and that the city will be held accountable for its actions.