Worker Who Allegedly Fell From Ladder Not Entitled to Summary Judgment on Labor Law Claim

A New York appellate court ruled that a worker who allegedly fell from a ladder was not entitled to summary judgment on his Labor Law claim. Case: Zokir v. Teller Owner LLC, No. 2023-07096, 04/16/2025, published. Facts: In 2020, Exotic Design & Wire and Look Better NYC Inc. both participated in a renovation project at premises owned by Teller Owner LLC. Shakirov Zokir worked for Look Better. He allegedly suffered injuries while working on the project when he fell from a 10-foot A-frame ladder. Procedural history: Zokir filed suit against Teller, asserting a claim for a violation o...