Labor Law 240 is New York’s Scaffolding Law. This labor law protects construction workers who are hurt in a fall or when they are struck by a falling object. It covers workers involved in repair, demolition, or construction but not normal maintenance. The law makes owners and contractors strictly liable for fall injuries if they failed to take reasonable steps to protect workers. Injured workers eligible for this additional protection can seek compensation in addition to workers’ compensation. Construction companies, contractors, and property owners have limited defenses against Labor Law 240 claims.