Worker Gets Summary Judgment on Labor Law Claim for Fall From Concrete Form

A New York appellate court ruled that a worker was entitled to summary judgment on his Labor Law claim for his fall from a concrete form. Case: Velez v. LSG 105 West 28th LLC,  No. 159202/18, 03/27/2025, published. Facts: Jose Luis Velez allegedly suffered injuries while working on a construction project when he fell from an elevation of 5 feet after climbing a concrete form. Procedural history: Velez filed suit against LSG 105 West 28th LLC and Flintlock Construction Services LLC, asserting a claim for a violation of Labor Law Section 240(1). Section 240(1) imposes absolute liab...