A New York appellate court ruled that a worker was entitled to benefits for a collapsed lung from an on-the-job exposure.
Case: Matter of Bonitto v. Vivid Mechanical LLC, No. CV-23-0192, 10/03/2024, published.
Facts: Okang Bonitto worked for Vivid Mechanical LLC as a mechanic pipe fitter.
While working on a water pipe project in July 2021, Bonitto released hot steam and an unfamiliar smell. Soon after, Bonitto reported feeling unwell and having difficulty breathing.
He was transported to a hospital, where he underwent surgery for a complete right pneumothorax.
Procedural history: Bon...
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