Worker Gets Benefits for Ladder Fall Injuries Despite Intoxication

A New York appellate court upheld an award of benefits for a worker even though he was heavily intoxicated when he fell from a ladder. Case: Matter of Lujan-Espinzo v. Electrical Illuminations by Arnold Inc., No. CV-23-0458, 10/10/2024, published. Facts: Jose Lujan-Espinzo worked for Electrical Illuminations by Arnold Inc. He fell while using a ladder, suffering serious injuries. A toxicology screening performed at the hospital following the incident revealed that Lujan-Espinzo was severely intoxicated by alcohol when he fell. Procedural history: Electrical contested Lujan-E...