Electrocution Death and Electrical Shock InjuryWhen a person makes contact with a source of voltage high enough to cause sufficient current flow through the muscles or hair, electric shock occurs. If the current is strong enough, electrical shock may cause death, tissue damage or fibrillation. Electrocution is the second leading cause of deaths for construction workers, but electrocution is not limited to any one industry. All energized power sources--from overhead and underground power lines to damaged receptacles and connectors--pose potential electrocution dangers.Electrocution can occur due to:
Who is to Blame for Electrocution?Human error is a main cause of electrocution and electrical shocks. About 1,000 people in the U.S. die each year from electrocution. Many of these deaths are the result of work place accidents or faulty wiring, and they could have been avoided if proper procedures had been followed. Employers, contractors, and subcontractors can all be at fault.
Chad Pinkerton: The Electrocution Lawyer You NeedIf you have been seriously injured or have lost a loved one from electrocution because of the wrongful acts of a corporation or individual who through negligence or intentional actions caused an electrocution or a serious shock, you need an attorney with proven experience in electric shock lawsuits. Chad Pinkerton understands the full spectrum of electric shock injury and knows how to provide victims and their families with the highest recourse. A champion for his clients' legal rights, he has recovered millions of dollars in damages. His background in medicine and expertise in the courtroom ensure that he communicates clearly with medical personnel, stands firm against opposing counsel, and deftly cross-examines experts at trial. Pinkerton has the knowledge and experience to make the jury care about your pain and suffering, and he makes them understand they have the ability to help you. |
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