Worker Struck by Falling Rebar Prevails on Labor Law Claim

A New York appellate court ruled that a worker was entitled to summary judgment on his Labor Law claim for injuries from being struck by a falling piece of rebar. Case: Pados v. City of New York, No. 162661/14, 03/25/2021, published. Facts: Daniel Pados was a journeyman ironworker. While he was working at the Hudson Yards project, a piece of rebar fell from 30 feet above, striking him and causing injuries. Procedural history: Pados filed suit against the City of New York, the owner of the property. He asserted a claim for violation of Labor Law Section 240(1) and moved for partial summ...