Court Tosses Counterclaims for Indemnification, Contribution Against Employer

A New York appellate court ruled that an injured worker’s employer was entitled to summary judgment dismissing the third-party counterclaims for indemnification and contribution that were part of his personal injury action. Case: Douglas v. Roseland Development Associates LLC, No. 154484/17 595782/17, 03/14/2024, published. Facts and procedural history: Alfred Douglas worked for DiFama Concrete Inc. He allegedly suffered injuries in a trip-and-fall accident while working on a construction project. Douglas filed suit against Roseland Development Associates LLC, seeking damages. Ro...