Worker Who Fell While Using Bucket as Step Stool Prevails on Labor Law Claim

A New York appellate court upheld a grant of summary judgment to a construction worker for his injuries from a fall while he used an upside-down bucket as a step stool. Case: Portillo v. DRMBRE-85 Fee LLC, No. 152890/17, 02/25/2021, published. Facts: Cristian Portillo allegedly suffered injuries while removing overhead ceiling wires at an apartment. Portillo said he couldn't find a ladder. He said his supervisor would climb atop a 5-gallon bucket to perform overhead tasks, so he decided to do the same. Portillo was standing on a bucket when it suddenly tipped, causing him to f...