Court Shuts Down School Custodian's COVID Claim

A New York appellate court overturned a finding that a school custodian was exposed to an elevated risk of contracting COVID-19 in his workplace. Case: Matter of Angelo v. Southwestern Central School, No. CV-24-0407, 10/20/2025, published. Facts: Michael Angelo worked for Southwestern Central School as a high school custodian. He filed a workers’ compensation claim, alleging that he contracted COVID-19 while at work. According to Angelo, his scheduled shift ran from 1:30-10:00 p.m.; regular classes ended at 2:45 p.m., and students participating in sports remained at the...