Summary Judgment Upheld for Worker Who Fell Into Unguarded Trench

A New York appellate court upheld a grant of summary judgment to a worker on his Labor Law claim for his injuries from falling into an unguarded trench. Case: Rijo v. YYY 62nd Street LLC, No. 27539/18, 04/30/2026, published. Facts: Daulin Gabriel Rijo allegedly suffered injuries while working on a construction site. According to Rijo, he was walking to his work area when he slipped on gravel and fell into a trench that was approximately 4 feet wide and up to 12 feet deep. The trench, which had a makeshift staircase or pathway for workers to enter the space, was dug along the facade of the b...