Defendant Gets Summary Judgment Dismissing Worker's Claims

A New York appellate court ruled that a defendant in a Labor Law action should have been granted summary judgment dismissing the injured worker’s complaint. Case: Smith v. MDA Consulting Engineers PLLC, No. 823 CA 22-00548, 11/10/2022, published. Facts: Nicholas Smith suffered injuries after falling off of a foundation wall while erecting a salt storage shed for the Town of Mansfield. MDA Consulting Engineers PLLC had contracted with the town to assist in preparing a bid package, solicit bids, assist the town in obtaining grant money from the state and review the bids for the pro...