Worker Knocked Unconscious by Falling Ladder Gets Summary Judgment

A New York appellate court ruled that a worker knocked unconscious by a falling ladder was entitled to summary judgment on his Labor Law claim. Case: Silva v. 770 Broadway Owner LLC, Nos.  155857/17, 595829/18, 595586/19, 01/21/2025, published. Facts: Carlito Silva was working on a construction project, marking off areas of the floor with duct tape in preparation for painting, when he was struck on the back of the head by a falling ladder, knocking him unconscious. Procedural history: Silva filed suit against multiple defendants, asserting a claim for a violation of Labor Law Sect...