Court Applies New York Law to Bridge Workers' Lead-Poisoning Claims

NEW YORK - A New York appellate court has rejected a motion by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey to apply New Jersey law and dismiss personal injury claims by bridge workers who claim they were exposed to lead-based paint on the George Washington Bridge. DaSilva, et al. v. C&E Ventures Inc., et al., No. 2011 NY Slip Op 03176 [Nos. 402691/2005 and 591241/2005] (N.Y. Sup. Ct., App. Div., 1st Dept.).

The New York Supreme Court Appellate Division said, instead, it would apply New York law which imposes a duty on the property owner as well as …