Proud to share another significant win where Partners Roland A. Vitanza and Henry C. Chan successfully secured summary judgment on behalf of a general contractor in a complex Labor Law matter involving alleged injuries from falling glass and claimed seven-figure damages, including substantial lost wages. This result was not the product of any single effort. It reflects a deeply collaborative, team-driven process from start to finish. From early case assessment through motion practice, our attorneys and support staff worked in close coordination, ensuring that every factual and legal detail was thoroughly developed and aligned with our litigation strategy.
A key component of this success was our collective commitment to rigorous preparation and knowledge-sharing. Senior attorneys worked closely with junior team members, not only delegating substantive responsibilities but also actively mentoring them—refining deposition techniques, shaping strategic questioning, and instilling the importance of precision in building a defensible record. Developing young attorneys is not ancillary to the work—it is integral to achieving outcomes like this.
Our approach to discovery was equally methodical. We conducted a careful review of the evidentiary record, including: Job safety reports, which provided contemporaneous accounts of site conditions and compliance protocols; daily logs, critical for reconstructing timelines, personnel presence, and work sequencing; toolbox meeting minutes, which documented ongoing safety training, hazard communication, and workforce engagement; and contractual documents and site-specific safety plans, clarifying roles, responsibilities, and supervisory control. Each of these materials was not reviewed in isolation, but cross-referenced and analyzed collectively to identify consistencies, expose gaps in the plaintiff’s claims, and reinforce our client’s adherence to applicable safety standards.
While AI continues to generate discussion across industries, this outcome underscores a fundamental truth in litigation: there is no substitute for experienced legal judgment, disciplined preparation, and the ability to synthesize facts into a compelling narrative. Strategic deposition questioning, careful document analysis, and cohesive teamwork remain decisive factors in achieving successful results. Congratulations to everyone involved in this effort.