Published Jul 25, 2013
Modified Jul 25, 2013
We rely on your support to make local news available to all
Make your contribution now and help Gothamist thrive in 2025. Donate today
Max Rivlin-Nadler has been a contributor to Gothamist since 2013. He has also reported for the New York Times, NPR, and The Intercept. His years-long investigation into New York City's arcane civil forfeiture laws led to a series of reforms which altered a practice that had been taking millions from poor communities for decades. Recently, he brought back a surfing habit from a few years on the west coast, and would love to see you all out in the Rockaways.
Read moreGothamist is funded by sponsors and member donations
MORE news
Flatbush native Shabazz Stuart said the DOT told his company "to drop dead" by giving a contract to install 500 secured bike parking containers to a California-based competitor.
Published Dec 2, 2025 at 4:24 p.m. ET
Officer Joseph Detwiler testified Tuesday at multi-day hearings in New York state court.