Construction Worker's Labor Law Claims for Slip-and-Fall Accident Get Partially Reinstated

A New York appellate court partially revived a construction worker’s negligence and Labor Law claims for his alleged slip and fall on ice. Case: Ponce v. City of New York, No.  24006/14E, 06/06/2023, published. Facts and procedural history: Juan Ponce allegedly suffered injuries from a fall on ice at a construction project.  Ponce filed suit against multiple defendants, including the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York, asserting claims for negligence and violations of the Labor Law. Bronx County Supreme Court Justice Paul L. Alpert granted summary judgment for DAS...