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Oakland Electrocution

No one ever thinks they are going to be accidentally electrocuted, but it does happen. Most often it is due to someone else’s negligence or recklessness or a defective product. When an electrocution does occur and someone becomes injured or killed, the accident victim or his or her family members can sometimes file a personal injury claim. These lawsuits can help those hurt recover costs of medical bills, lost wages, and more. When a loved one has passed away due to the accident, the at-fault party can be held liable for paying damages such as loss of consortium and loss of income contributed to the household.

Personal injury cases, particularly those involving an electrocution, quickly become complicated. Anyone who has been hurt or lost a loved one should speak to an Oakland electrocution attorney right away.

Common Causes of Electrical Shock Accidents

Again, being electrocuted is not something many think will ever happen to them. Unfortunately, these accidents are more common than many people think. Some of the main causes of electrocution accidents include:

  • Children placing objects into electrical outlets
  • Power lines that fall after a storm
  • Power lines that have fallen into water
  • Outdated wiring
  • Loose connections
  • Wiring that is not up to code
  • Electrical safety features that have been bypassed
  • Failing to ground electricity properly

When any of these accidents occur and they were the fault of someone else, accident victims or their loved ones can file a personal injury claim. For example, if a daycare failed to properly childproof their outlets and a child was injured, the parents could file a lawsuit against the daycare or its staff. An Oakland electrocution attorney can help hold those responsible liable for paying compensation.

Electrocution Accidents and Wrongful Death

When an electric current passes through the body, it does immense damage. Sometimes, the body cannot withstand the jolt and tragically, a person passes away. In these cases, although the victim can no longer file a personal injury claim, his or her loved ones still can through a wrongful death lawsuit.

A wrongful death lawsuit can help compensate for items such as funeral costs, burial expenses, financial support the deceased would have provided, and the loss of companionship, affection, and support. However, under California law, only certain people are eligible to file these types of lawsuits.

Those who can file a wrongful death lawsuit include surviving spouses, domestic partners, children, and grandchildren, if there are no surviving children of the deceased. An Oakland electrocution attorney can advise on others that may be entitled to property of the decedent under California’s intestate succession laws.

Have You Suffered Damages Due to Electrocution? Speak to an Oakland Electrocution Accident Lawyer

If you or a loved one has been involved in an electrocution accident and suffered injury or death, do not try to handle the case on your own. At the Brod Law Firm, we are the electrocution accident lawyers in Oakland that have the necessary experience to pursue these claims. We will determine who was liable for the accident, and hold them and their insurance company accountable for paying any compensation you may deserve. Do not take chances with your case. Call us today at (800) 427-7020 for your free case evaluation and learn how we can help.

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