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If you were seriously hurt or a loved one was killed in an electrocution or electric shock accident in New Mexico, an electrocution lawyer who focuses his practice exclusively on handling these highly specialized cases can help you and your family get the fullest and fairest settlement recovery.

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New Mexico Electrocution Accident Lawyer: Best Electrical Shock Attorneys

How Our New Mexico Electrocution Lawyers Can Help You

In the event of an electrocution causing wrongful death, this includes fully protecting the surviving family members.

After a serious electric shock or burn injury in New Mexico, you need an experienced electrocution accident lawyer who will fight to get you and your family full compensation for your pain and suffering as well as economic money damages to cover your current and future medical expenses and current and future wage loss.

Electrocution and electric shock cases are a very specialized area of law. Only a few lawyers in the entire country have successfully handled more than one of these cases in their careers. Most personal injury lawyers and law firms in New Mexico have never worked on an electrocution accident case. Attorneys Jeffrey Feldman and Chris Stombaugh are different. Jeff has handled more electrocution and electric shock cases nationwide, including in New Mexico, than almost any other lawyer in the country during his 35 years of practice. Chris is also known as one of the top trial lawyers in the United States. Electrocuted.com is the only law firm in the country that focuses only on electrocution, electric shock injuries, and wrongful death. Lawyers across the nation refer these cases to Jeff and Chris because of their rare experience and strong track record of success.

How Our New Mexico Electrocution Lawyers Can Help You

Settlements And Verdicts

Jeffrey Feldman and Chris Stombaugh have won multi-million-dollar settlements and verdicts in electrical death and electric shock cases all across the U.S. Below are recent examples of Jeff’s and Chris’ victories for their clients:

  • $15

    Million

    Settlement

  • $1

    Million

    Settlement

  • $7.75

    Million

    Settlement

  • $5

    Million

    Won at trial against an electrical utility resulting in economic and noneconomic damages.

  • Nearly $15

    Million

    Electric shock settlement for workplace electrical injuries suffered at an industrial facility.

  • $13.5

    Million

    An individual was killed after a car crash, due to an electrical failure in the vehicle that caused a fire.

  • $2

    Million

    Settlement against both an electrician and a municipality after a child was shocked by a lighting pole at a baseball field and suffered a severe electrical injury.

  • $2

    Million

    Settlement in Arkansas in 2022 after a $0 offer.

  • $4.55

    Million

    Settlement against an electric utility company, after a communications worker was killed on the job due to the utility company’s negligence.

  • $6

    Million

    Won at trial for the family of a 5-year-old girl who was killed due to negligent installation and maintenance of power lines by Detroit Edison. Sanctions and interest increased the total to $10 million. The highest settlement offer received during trial was just $75,000.

  • $2

    Million

    Won at trial against an electric utility after a man was killed by a downed power line. There were no eyewitnesses to the death, and the utility company never offered to settle.

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  • Jeff was so compassionate toward me and my husband at the time, and pretty much anybody involved. He just had a way of making you feel comfortable with him. We just really struck up a rapport with him, and it was genuine. He was genuinely concerned about this happening and felt that he needed to fight for us.

    - Loretta Balotta, Former Client

  • Electrocution cases are a niche. Defense experts for utility companies are the best in the U.S. and it takes an expert to fare against their seemingly unlimited resources and power. The cases are so labor intensive and require you to work around the clock, as the defense team can be up to six or seven attorneys. Jeff brings the intensity those cases require.

    - Rick Arcaro, Attorney

  • I met Jeff about 40 years ago and during that period of time, I’ve had the opportunity to work with him on cases, so I’ve had the opportunity to see how he works. He’s very, very specific in what he does. He’s very good at what he does. He delves into all the medical and all the liability issues. He’s somebody that I believe personally is one of the smartest, most conscientious attorneys in the State of Michigan.

    - Leonard Koltonow, Attorney

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Who are the most common victims of electrocution accidents?

Electrocution and electric shock accidents can happen to anyone, anytime, and anywhere where there are electrical currents. But some individuals are more susceptible than others, including:

  • Children & teens
  • Swimmers
  • Homeowners
  • Repairmen
  • Construction workers
  • Electricians
  • Maintenance personnel
  • Tree trimmers
  • Linemen
  • Tree trimmers
  • Utility workers

What are the most common causes of electrocution injuries?

Our experienced New Mexico electrocution accident lawyers have found that the most common causes of electrocution and electrical shock injuries include:

  • Contact with power lines that have fallen to the ground due to a negligently maintained electrical system and infrastructure
  • Construction site accidents caused by negligently exposed wires or inadequate safety measures
  • Workplace accidents caused by faulty equipment in the workplace
  • Violations of safety protocols and regulations
  • Lack of proper safety measures or training
  • Damaged or faulty wiring in home appliances including power cords, power strips, and portable heaters
  • The absence of GFCI (ground-fault circuit interrupters) safety outlets
  • Negligently installed or faulty swimming pool lights and pumps
  • Contact with downed power lines caused by storms or by the power company’s negligence
  • Contact with sagging power lines (lines that are not on the ground but have dipped low enough to become dangerous)
  • Exposure to objects (ladders, conductive material, and even growing vegetation) that touched an energized power line or other electricity source

Can I hire an electrocution accident lawyer to sue a public utility for negligence in New Mexico?

If you have been injured in an electrocution or electric shock accident caused by a public electrical utility’s negligence in New Mexico, then you may be able hire a lawyer to sue for pain and suffering compensation and economic damages such as medical expenses and lost wages.

A power company or utility in the state “must exercise a high degree of care” to protect people from being injured by their power lines and other components of their electrical infrastructure.

The state Supreme Court has ruled that a “power company engaged in distributing electric current over its wires to consumers . . . must exercise a high degree of care to protect those likely to come in contact with its wires. The care required is commensurate with the dangerous character of the business and consistent with its practical operation, and it extends not only to the erection, maintenance, and operation of the company’s plant and apparatus, but also to an inspection thereof and to the discovery of defects.” Southwestern Pub. S. Co. v. Artesia Alfalfa Ass’n, 67 N.M. 108, 353 P.2d 62 (1960)

Additionally, the state’s high court has ruled that a public utility has “the duty to properly maintain its lines to avoid injury or damage to others . . . Its failure to comply with this duty [is] actionable as a common law tort. . . . A public utility, like anyone else, is responsible for damages resulting from its wrongful conduct.” Garver v. Public Service Co., 77 N.M. 262, 271-272, 421 P.2d 788, 794 (1966)

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Types of Electrocution Injuries

What types of compensation or damages can my lawyer obtain for my New Mexico electrocution accident case?

  • Pain and suffering
  • Loss of enjoyment of life
  • Medical expenses (present and future)
  • Lost wages (present and future)
  • Lost earning capacity
  • Punitive damages can be awarded if the conduct of the defendant whose negligence caused your electrocution injuries was malicious, willful, reckless, wanton, fraudulent or in bad faith. (New Mexico Punitive Damages Jury Instruction Form 13-1827) The purpose of punitive damages is to punish the defendant and “to deter others from the commission of like offenses.”

The most experienced electrocution accident lawyer in New Mexico

Electrocution accident lawyers Jeffrey Feldman and Chris Stombaugh have helped victims of electrocution and electric shock in New Mexico and across the country for more than 35 years. They are among the most experienced attorneys in the United States for electrical injury and wrongful death cases.

Two of Electrocution Lawyers’ most recent victories include:

  • Nearly $15 million for electrical injuries in a workplace accident
  • $13.5 million for a family who lost a loved one in an electrical fire

Jeff, Chris, and their team are not afraid to take on powerful utility companies, power companies, insurance companies, and negligent corporations in New Mexico. These companies often do everything they can to avoid responsibility when their actions harm others.

Jeff and Chris stand out because of their strong record of success, deep knowledge of electrical injury law, and their personal, compassionate approach with clients. These are the key reasons why families across the country turn to them for electrocution and electric shock cases.

Jeff has received the highest rating for legal skill and ethics from Martindale-Hubbell.

Both Jeff and Chris have been repeatedly named Super Lawyers, an honor given to only the top 5 percent of attorneys in each state.

Wrongful Death Claims

If you have lost a loved one in an electrocution or fatal electric shock accident, you may be able to hire a lawyer to sue the responsible parties whose negligence caused your loved one’s death under New Mexico’s “wrongful death” law. 

If you have lost a loved one in an electrocution or fatal electric shock accident, you may be able to hire a lawyer to sue the responsible parties whose negligence caused your loved one’s death under New Mexico’s “wrongful death” law. 

The factors that courts will consider in determining how much compensation and economic damages you may be awarded includes:

  • The age of your loved one
  • His or her earning capacity
  • His or her life expectancy
  • Pain and suffering that he or she experienced between the time of the electrocution accident and the time that he or she passed away
  • Medical costs and expenses during that period of time
  • The cost of paying someone to perform household services that your loved one previously performed

A wrongful death lawsuit can only be brought by and in the name of the personal representative of the person who lost his or her life. A wrongful death case must be filed within three years of your loved one’s death. If you don’t file your claim within three years, you will lose your right to ever file it.

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Get help from an experienced New Mexico electrocution accident lawyer

If you or someone you love was injured or killed in an electrocution or electric shock accident, you can speak to Jeff Feldman, arguably the nation’s most experienced electric shock accident and electrocution attorney, or Chris Stombaugh, who is widely considered one of the top trial lawyers in America today. Jeff and Chris have handled electrocution and electric shock cases in many states. They have helped families after accidents caused by faulty products, construction negligence, low or fallen power lines, and unsafe or broken pool equipment. They also work with other lawyers across the country on electrical injury and wrongful death cases. You can call Jeff and Chris toll free at (947) 282-4269 for a free consultation.

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New Mexico Electrocution Accident Lawyer FAQs

You probably have many questions after your electrocution accident in New Mexico, and that’s what our lawyers are here for. The more information you have, the more of an informed decision you can make about your case. Below are some answers to frequently asked questions we’ve received from the many accident victims and families we’ve represented. If you have further questions, you’re always free to call us for a free, no-cost, no-obligation consultation with one of our experienced attorneys.

Why do I need an electrocution accident lawyer for my case in New Mexico?

In New Mexico, you need an experienced electrocution accident lawyer for two reasons. The first is that almost no personal injury attorneys in the state – even the attorneys who advertise for electrical injury and electrocution cases – have ever actually handled one of these incredibly complex and technical cases. The second reason is because the big power and electric utility companies defend these cases aggressively – especially when they are facing attorneys on the other side who have never handled these cases before. The power and utility companies try to intimidate victims and their inexperienced attorneys into accepting a very low settlement offer that is far less than what the case is really worth and what the victim and his or her family truly deserve.

An attorney who doesn’t have the specialized experience and knowledge in electrocution and electric shock cases will be tempted to settle for less money rather than face a court battle they’re not equipped to win. The best way to avoid this and to win a full and fair settlement for an electrocution case is to hire an experienced New Mexico electrocution accident lawyer, who will get you and your family the full compensation and money damages you are legally entitled to. A skilled electrocution accident attorney will do the following:

  • Help you win a better settlement faster
  • Determine all of the responsible parties who are  liable for your injuries or your loved one’s death
  • Determine the amount of money you are owed in pain and suffering compensation and economic damages
  • Determine the amount of insurance coverage that is available to pay what’s owed to you
  • Determine the amount of financial assets that the at-fault party or parties have available to contribute to your settlement
  • Identify violations of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and the National Electrical Code (NEC)
  • Engage the nation’s top experts in fields such as: (1) NESC/NEC; (2) engineering (electrical, mechanical, and reliability); (3) power infrastructure; (4) economics; and (5) medicine and rehabilitation (to address injuries, surgeries, and present and future medical needs)
  • Negotiate the best possible settlement with the insurance companies
  • Take your case before a jury if the insurance company refuses to settle for the full value of your claim

How Do I Choose The Best Electrocution Accident Lawyer For My Case In New Mexico

To choose the best electrocution accident lawyer for your New Mexico case, you want to choose an attorney who has experience and specialization, a track record of demonstrated success with these types of cases, and a national reputation for helping victims receive full and fair settlements.

How much does an electrocution accident lawyer cost in New Mexico?

You will  never pay a dime unless we win your case. You will never be asked to pay anything up front, and you will never be  billed along the way. We take your case on a contingency fee, which means our payment is contingent on us delivering a winning outcome for you first. If we don’t win for you, then we don’t get paid.

How long does a settlement take?

Your case could settle in just a few months, or within a few years. Here are some of the factors that affect the amount of time it takes to reach a settlement or trial verdict in electrocution and electric shock injury cases:

  • The extent and severity of your injuries
  • Your current and future medical needs
  • Your ability to work (now or in the future)
  • Your New Mexico electrocution accident lawyer’s reputation for going to trial and winning, and track record of success in general (the insurance industry’s own data shows that more experienced attorneys settle cases for up to 4 times more than less experienced attorneys, and in a significantly shorter period of time)
  • The defendant
  • The defendant’s insurance company
  • The defendant’s insurance policy limits
  • The defense attorney
  • The court and venue in which the lawsuit is filed (especially if there is a backlog of cases)
  • The judge
  • Discovery which involves, among other things, deposing all of the parties, witnesses, and experts
  • Case evaluation
  • Mediation
  • Facilitation
  • Settlement conferences and negotiations

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