Worker Struck by Falling Object Gets Partial Summary Judgment

A New York appellate court ruled that a worker was entitled to partial summary judgment on his Labor Law claim for injuries from being struck by a falling object while working within a manhole. Case: Keilitz v Light Tower Fiber New York Inc., No. 158494/17, 595032/19, 11/09/2023, published. Facts: Light Tower Fiber New York Inc. secured a contract with the New York City Department of Education to provide internet access to New York City public schools. Light Tower retained Hellman Electric Corp. to install fiber-optic cables in manholes as part of the project. Christopher Keilitz worked for...