Electrical Accidents
Some of the most severe injuries suffered come from accidents involving electricity. Electrocution can cause death and serious injury. Thus, there are special laws that regulate precautions that are necessary when either a consumer or worker has to deal with electricity.
Types of electrical accidents include, but are not limited to:
- Power plant construction accidents
- Accidents to journeymen and electricians
- Construction accidents
- Oilfield instrumentation
- 480 3 phase oilfield installations
- High voltage switches and lines
- PG&E installations
- Crane contacts with high voltage
- Sagging power lines violating General Order 95
- Uninsulated oilfield transmission lines
- Frayed or damaged wiring
- Unguarded or unfenced power installations
When you are hurt on the job, you are entitled to Workers' compensation benefits. An injured worker is entitled to these benefits irrespective of who caused his/her injury. The compensation scheme for Workers compensation is regulated by the State of California and the need for a qualified Workers compensation attorney is usually required.
In addition, if your injury occurred as a result of the negligence or fault of someone other than your employer, you have a claim against the at-fault party.
If you have been seriously injured in an electrical accident, you need to hire an attorney who understands the law, the insurance company nonsense, and the defendants' attorney’s dilatory and obstructive tactics. You need to hire an accomplished attorney who has the knowledge, experience and resources – One who is committed to you and your case, and can obtain for you the results you deserve.
