Homeowners Get Dismissal of Labor Law Claim by Worker Who Fell From Ladder

A New York appellate court tossed a worker’s Labor Law and negligence claims against a pair of homeowners for his injuries from a fall while using a ladder. Case: Mondragon-Moreno v. Sporn, No. 2018-13635, 12/30/2020, published. Facts: Martin Mondragon-Moreno worked for JBR Carpenters Inc. Israel and Shoshana Sporn hired JBR for a construction project at their home. In March 2015, Mondragon-Moreno was working on an elevated platform that was level with the second floor of the home. He attempted to use a ladder to get down to ground level. The ladder slipped out from under him, causing...