Electrical trauma describes the harmful and potentially deadly effects of being exposed to electricity. The results include serious, life-altering electric shock injuries and fatal electrocutions. Immediate medical attention is absolutely necessary and victims are entitled to compensation. What is electrical trauma? Electrical trauma encompasses both electric shock injuries and electrocution resulting from contact with a […]
Earbuds can shock you. The majority of cases involve nothing more than a static electrical discharge, but there are also cases involving electrical injury and burns. It is even possible to be electrocuted. These outcomes depend on whether you are wearing wired or wireless earbuds and whether they are connected to a direct AC power […]
If you or a loved one has suffered an electrocution or otherwise been injured by electricity, you may be able to file an electric shock compensation claim for workers’ comp benefits, pain and suffering compensation and/or wrongful death damages under the laws of your state. Workers’ Compensation benefits When a person suffers an electrocution in […]
Hot tub electrocution is a serious danger that can cause death or serious injury. It occurs when faulty wiring or poorly maintained equipment releases an electrical current into the water, which can enter the bodies of people in the hot tub. There are signs to watch for and safety precautions that can be taken. Can […]
There may be a lawsuit for a lineman electrocuted or who suffers an electric shock. The lineman or his or her family may have a claim for Workers’ Compensation benefits against his or her employer. Additionally, liable third parties could be sued for pain and suffering compensation and wrongful death. Lineman electrocuted versus lineman who […]
When an employee has been electrocuted at work or suffered an electric shock, they or their family may have a case for Worker’s Compensation benefits against the person’s employer and a case for pain and suffering compensation against other responsible third parties. Independent contractors may also sue. Electrocuted at work versus suffering an electric shock […]
The electric utility company that owns the power lines is responsible for low hanging power lines. They are required to conduct proper inspections and maintenance of its infrastructure to ensure that power lines do not hang so low as to pose public safety hazards and, if they do, to ensure the power lines are raised […]
