Conn v. Sears, Roebuck & Co.

—Amended judgment unanimously reversed on the law without costs and complaint dismissed. Memorandum: Michael Conn (plaintiff) injured his left hand at his place of employment while operating a table saw sold by defendant. As plaintiff was using the saw to cut a piece of plywood, the saw kicked the piece of wood into his stomach. When plaintiff reached forward to catch his balance, his hand came in contact with the blade of the saw. The pawls, which prevented objects from being kicked back at the operator of the saw, and blade guard had been removed prior to the accident. Plaintiffs commenced…