New York Labor Law Sections 240 and 241 provide broad requirements for the use of scaffolding and other safety equipment for various construction projects. These statutes give workers causes of action to sue contractors and site owners for their injuries. If it turns...
New York Labor Law Section 240(1) and Misusing Safety Equipment: The Case of Biaca-Neto v. Boston Rd. II Housing Development Fund Corporation
In a recent disputed decision, the New York Court of Appeals reversed a decision of the First Department that dismissed a lawsuit on summary judgment, instead finding that there was an issue of fact as to whether a plaintiff was the sole proximate cause of his...
Defending a Claim under New York Labor Law Section 240(1): The Obstacles for a Dismissal Pursuant to a Motion for Summary Judgment
New York Labor Law Section 240(1) is a broad-reaching statute that requires the use of scaffolding and other protective measures in various construction-related work. For contractors, property owners, and insurance companies, defending against a worker’s claim under...
