Worker Gets Summary Judgment on Labor Law Claim for Fall From Ladder

A New York appellate court upheld a grant of summary judgment for a worker on his Labor Law claim for his fall from a ladder. Case: Eisner v. Posillico Civil Inc., No. 21449/20, 10/07/2025, published. Facts: John Eisner allegedly suffered injuries while working on a construction project when he fell from a ladder. Procedural history: Eisner filed suit against Posillico Civil Inc., asserting a claim for a violation of Labor Law Section 240(1). Section 240(1) imposes absolute liability on property owners, general contractors or their agents for failing to provide safety devices to protect wo...