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Jeffrey H. Feldman
Electrocution Lawyer
Founder, Electrocution Lawyers PLLC
Representing electrocution victims and their families for more than 40 years
Watch out for these dangers of electricity at home
Appliances, extension cords and electrical outlets are among the dangers of electricity at home that everyone – especially parents – need to be aware of
Should government-owned electric utility companies be immune from lawsuits?
U.S. Supreme Court will decide whether government-owned electric utility companies like Tennessee Valley Authority can be liable for electrocutions caused by their negligence
Improperly installed LED driver blamed for electrical shock
Investigation into electrical shock injury of 6-year-old girl at MGM National Harbor suggests improperly installed LED driver on metal hand railing was cause
Renter’s safety at risk from 2 prong to 3 prong adapter
By forcing renter to accept dangerous 2 prong to 3 prong adapter, landlord endangers tenant, violates law requiring premises to be fit and in reasonable repair
Proper utility inspection is key to protecting public
When power lines go down, damaging property and threatening the community’s safety, one of the most frequent causes is negligent utility inspection
How a failed electrical connector causes a downed power line
Responding to concerned reader, electrocution lawyer cites study that 58% of equipment-failure “wire down” outages are caused by a failed electrical conductor
Downed live power line causes Detroit woman’s electrocution
DTE had put up “caution tape” after Metro Detroit wind storm, but could fatal contact with live power line have been prevented if utility had cut electricity or stationed “wire down” personnel to guard the public?
Are people being electrocuted by common consumer goods?
Electrocutions killed 60 people per year from 2004-2013; 90% of electrocuted victims were men; most common product category was ‘large’ household appliances
Concerned citizens are bulwark against electrocution
After a twice-fallen power line nearly electrocutes a mail carrier, a concerned citizen reaches out to an electrocution lawyer for safety advice The best way to protect ourselves from electrocution
How could Whitefish Energy, a 2-man utility firm, safely bring power back to Puerto Rico?
When Whitefish Energy was awarded $300M to restore Puerto Rico’s power, critics fumed over how the deal landed. The electrocution safety violation risks are even more troubling
How utility may be responsible in California wildfires
A closer look at the utility company serving Northern California and California Wine Country shows the dangers that may have played a role in setting the Northern California wildfires in motion
Why get a second opinion on an electrocution case?
An electrocution death is very different from other wrongful death claims. Your lawyer must have experience with electrocution lawsuits, know the field know-how to prove the case
How safe is that wood utility pole in your backyard?
A wood utility pole is supposed to last between 50 and 60 years assuming routine maintenance. But when it’s not inspected regularly or timely replaced, electrocution risk increases
Daredevil sports like BASE jumping pose electrocution risks
They’re exciting to watch, but BASE jumping and paragliding can put participants in contact with power lines, leading to electrocution and death
Are underground power lines better for hurricane safety?
Underground power lines will keep you more safe from high winds and flying dangerous debris, but underground lines can still be damaged in floods and storm surges
Hurricane Harvey electrocution is a lesson in flood safety
A Houston man’s Hurricane Harvey electrocution when attempting to save his sister’s cat shows how electrical dangers go unseen in floodwaters