Confidential

Aug 10, 2012

OUTCOME: Settled for 1.8 million dollars

An asbestos worker fell off an unsecured ladder, suffering severe head trauma, leading to his death three months later. Summary Judgment was granted per Labor Law 240 (1). The damages were exclusiv ... ely conscious pain and suffering. His level of consciousness was significantly disputed, making the 1.8 figure at mediation a good result for the estate.