A Correction Officer injured in a struggle with an inmate must be given a three-quarters disability pension because the New York City Employees’ Retirement System erred when it said her injuries were not related to contact with prisoners, a state judge ruled June 30.
“She was ordered to get the pension as a matter of law,” said Jeffrey L. Goldberg, attorney for former officer Minerva Hernandez. He said the city still has the right to appeal.
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