Worker Who Fell From Ladder Gets Summary Judgment on Labor Law Claim

A New York appellate court ruled that a worker should have been granted summary judgment on his Labor Law claim for his injuries from a fall from a ladder. Case: Amancha v. 720-730 Fort Washington Avenue Owners Corp., No. 159285/20, 04/14/2026, published. Facts: Luis Amancha suffered injuries when he fell from a ladder while working on a renovation project. According to Amancha, he was working atop an unsecured A-frame ladder when it suddenly moved and caused him to fall. Procedural history: Amancha filed suit against 720-730 Fort Washington Avenue Owners Corp. and Gumley-Haft LLC, ass...