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NY S01899

NY S01899
Relates to damages recoverable when contributory negligence or assumption of risk is established in cases involving building construction, demolition and repair work.


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Introduced
01/16/2021
In Committee
01/05/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the civil practice law and rules, in relation to damages recoverable when contributory negligence or assumption of risk is established in cases involving building construction, demolition and repair work

AI Summary

This bill amends the Civil Practice Law and Rules to clarify that the principles of comparative negligence, where the plaintiff's damages are reduced in proportion to their own contributory negligence or assumption of risk, apply to any action for personal injury, property damage, or wrongful death brought under Article 10 of the Labor Law, which covers construction, demolition, and repair work. This is intended to address any previous judicial precedents, statutes, rules, or regulations that may have suggested otherwise. The bill will take effect on January 1 following its enactment and apply to all actions commenced on or after that date.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

REFERRED TO JUDICIARY (on 01/05/2022)

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