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Consultant Sues Over $250K Bribe Demand | Real Estate News
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- Jul 13, 2026
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Summary
A consultant is suing a former city official and a top real estate broker, alleging they demanded $250,000 in cash to approve lucrative NYC leases worth $8 million — a bribe he refused, leading to a false assault report, his removal from the project, and eventual contract termination. Now seeking $36 million in damages, the case also reveals a history of legal battles for Dayem, including a bizarre 2017 lawsuit over a wig allegedly used to torment him. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0f411cf088d36cd6