Fletcher v. Lavine

In this special proceeding pursuant to CPLR article 78 the petition is dismissed as to the respondent Abe Lavine both in his individual capacity and as Commissioner of the New York State Department of Social Services.

Judgment, however, is granted in favor of the petitioner against James M. Shuart, the Commissioner of Nassau County Department of Social Services and this respondent is directed to rescind any local policy which denies benefits to the households of pregnant women based solely on the distinction of whether they are presently the recipient of public assistance or whether such…