Defendant Can Amend Answer to Worker's Claim but Can't Get Summary Judgment

A New York appellate court ruled that a defendant was entitled to amend its answer to a worker’s negligence claim but was not entitled to summary judgment dismissing the claim based on its exclusive remedy defense. Case: Williams v. Beth Israel Hospital Association, No. 24577/15E, 01/04/2022, published. Facts: Lisa Williams worked for a staffing agency and was assigned to work at a property owned by the Beth Israel Hospital Association. In March 2015, Williams tripped on a floor mat in the vestibule leading to the entrance of the association’s property. Procedural history: ...