No Viable Labor Law Claim for Worker Who Fell

A New York appellate court upheld the dismissal of a worker’s Labor Law claim for his alleged injuries from falling while replacing a fan motor on the roof of a store. Case: Stockton v. H&E Biffer Enterprises No. 2 LLC, No. 2017-11254, 07/28/2021, published. Facts: Gawayne J. Stockton worked as a heating, ventilation and air conditioning mechanic. He allegedly suffered injuries after falling off a ladder while performing a non-emergency service call at the Anthony Scicchitano Italian Pork Store of Jefferson Valley Inc. Stockton claimed he had inspected a refrigeration unit on the ...