Worker Can't Assert Labor Law Claims for Out-of-State Accident but Can Pursue Negligence Action

A New York appellate court upheld the dismissal of a worker’s Labor Law claim for alleged injuries at an out-of-state jobsite, but he could proceed with a negligence claim. Case: Ramirez-Gomez v. Empire Today LLC, Nos. 2023-02467 and 2023-05190, 03/05/2025, published. Facts: Alejandro Ramirez-Gomez allegedly suffered injuries while working on a construction project at a property in New Jersey when a radiator fell on him. Procedural history: Ramirez-Gomez filed suit against Empire Today LLC and Kennedy All Flooring LLC for negligence and violations of the Labor Law. Ramirez-Gomez cont...