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A Long Island construction industry whistleblower has filed a sweeping civil RICO lawsuit in New York State Supreme Court, alleging a web of public contract bribery, bid rigging, ghost payroll schemes, and union wage fraud tied to more than $27 million in awarded school construction projects. The case, filed by Vincent Bentivegna – former acting president of US Environmental Abatement Corp. (USEA) – names as defendants USEA, its leadership, and its outside counsel at Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP, along with several associated individuals. According to the 100+ page complaint, USEA allegedly secured lucrative public contracts from the NYC School Construction

On Long Island, Shalom Maidenbaum has made a name for himself in the field of property tax law, leading a firm that specializes in tax certiorari services. Their work revolves around helping homeowners and businesses challenge property tax assessments, ensuring they align with fair market values. Beyond his professional endeavors, Maidenbaum himself has become a quiet but impactful force in philanthropy, contributing to causes that span health, security, and education for children with special needs. Leveling the Playing Field in Property Taxes The Maidenbaum Property Tax Reduction Group (MPTRG) has built its reputation on the belief that property tax challenges