Injured Worker's Employer Not Entitled to Summary Judgment on Third-Party Claims

A New York appellate court ruled that an injured worker’s employer was not entitled to summary judgment dismissing the third-party claims against it. Case: Cotroneo v. Van Wagner Sign Erectors LLC, No. 162038/15, 11/06/2025, published. Facts: Cosmo Cotroneo worked as an electrician for Nead Electric Inc. He allegedly suffered a traumatic brain injury and spinal injuries when an 82-pound lid to a gang box struck him on the head. Procedural history: Cotroneo filed suit against Van Wagner Sign Erectors LLC and Vornado Realty Trust, seeking damages. Van Wagner and Vornado filed third-par...