A New York appellate court ruled that a worker was entitled to summary judgment on his Labor Law claim for his injuries from falling into a hole.
Case: Haskins v. Metropolitan Transportation Authority, No. 151643/20, 05/02/2024, published.
Facts: Darren T. Haskins fell into a hole while working on a construction project for the Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority.
The hole measured two to 2.5 feet deep, 18 inches wide and 3 feet long. It was covered by a thin piece of black plastic material.
Procedural history: Haskins filed suit against the TBTA, asserting a claim for a viola...
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