Our Electrocution Lawyers Blog

High voltage injuries are very serious. Even though they do not result in death, electric shock injuries warrant immediate medical attention.

The first thing to do when someone is being electrocuted is to turn off the power, if possible. Next, call 9-1-1 immediately. Do not attempt to help a victim or even approach an individual experiencing an electric shock until they are no longer in contact with the electrical source or the electricity is safely turned […]

A downed power line is extremely hazardous and must always be treated as if it is live, even if there are no visible sparks, smoke, or other signs of electricity. Because there is no way to tell whether a fallen wire is energized simply by looking at it, you should never assume it is safe. […]

When a loved one has suffered a death from a fatal electrocution accident in the United States, your family will likely be entitled to significant legal compensation and damages. Depending on the circumstances, you will be able to bring a lawsuit against either the negligent party responsible who caused the fatal accident or a Workers’ […]

You may be able to sue if an electric shock has caused a miscarriage. In most states, the personal representative of the estate of the embryo or fetus that was lost in the pregnancy may also be able to sue. It will also depend on the negligence of the party or parties that created the […]

An electrical accident occurs when electric current causes injury or property damage. Common types of electricity-related injuries include burns, disruptions to bodily functions, and falls or trauma caused by electricity, which can lead to symptoms ranging from numbness and muscle spasms to cardiac arrest. If someone comes into contact with electricity, call 911 immediately, then, […]

A pool pump electrocution can cause serious injury and even death. It occurs when swimmers come into contact with electrical current that has been released into the water by faulty wiring or defective equipment. Victims may be entitled to recover pain and suffering compensation or wrongful death damages. What happens when a pool pump electrocution […]

GFCIs or ground-fault circuit-interrupters are the best safety device for pool electrocution prevention. When they detect that electrical current is being released into the water, the GFCI will shut off the circuit and, thus, the electrical current in less than 1/30 of a second to prevent anybody from being electrocuted. What does a GFCI do? […]