The stated purpose of the "scaffold law" (Labor Law § 240 [1]) is to protect workers by placing the "ultimate responsibility" for worksite safety on the owner and general contractor, instead of the workers themselves (1969 NY Legis Ann, at 407; see, Ross v Curtis-Palmer Hydro-Elec. Co.,
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HALL v. CORNELL UNIV.
205 A.D.2d 872 (1994)
612 N.Y.S.2d 694
James P. Hall et al., Appellants, v. Cornell University, Respondent
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June 9, 1994
June 9, 1994
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