Labor Law Defendant Not Entitled to Summary Judgment Dismissing Worker's Claim

A New York appellate court ruled that a Labor Law defendant was not entitled to summary judgment dismissing a worker’s claim. Case: Siguencia v. City of New York, No. 161392/18, 04/15/2025, published. Facts and procedural history: Franklin Siguencia allegedly suffered injuries while working on a construction project. He filed suit against the City of New York, asserting a claim for a violation of Labor Law Section 240(1). Section 240(1) imposes absolute liability on property owners, general contractors or their agents for failing to provide adequate safety devices to protect workers ...