Electrical Injuries

Seeking Justice for Those Harmed by Preventable Electrical Accidents

Electrical injuries are among the most severe and life-threatening types of trauma a person can experience. Often caused by unsafe work environments, faulty equipment, or negligence during construction, maintenance, or inspections, these injuries can result in long-term disability, disfigurement, or even death.

At Yeager & Jungbauer Barristers, we advocate for individuals and families whose lives have been forever changed by electrical injuries. We understand the complexity of these cases—and we’re here to fight for the justice and compensation you deserve.

What Causes Electrical Injuries?

Electrical injuries frequently occur in workplace and construction settings, but can also happen in homes, businesses, or public spaces. Common causes include:

  • Contact with overhead power lines
  • Unsafe or exposed wiring
  • Defective electrical equipment or tools
  • Lack of proper safety procedures on construction sites
  • Failure to follow OSHA or National Electrical Code standards
  • Faulty installations or inadequate maintenance by utility companies or contractors
  • Faulty bonding or grounding

Whether due to employer negligence, equipment failure, or contractor oversight, these accidents are often preventable.

Types of Electrical Injuries

Electrical trauma can vary widely depending on voltage, current, and duration of contact. Victims may suffer:

  • Severe burns (external and internal)
  • Cardiac arrest or heart damage
  • Nerve and spinal cord injuries
  • Muscle and tissue damage
  • Brain injuries or cognitive impairment
  • Vision injuries
  • Secondary injuries such as head trauma and brain injuries from falls or explosions caused by the shock
  • Wrongful death

Survivors often require multiple surgeries, long-term medical care, and rehabilitation. Many are left unable to return to work.

Who May Be Liable?

Identifying responsible parties in electrical injury cases requires a detailed investigation. Potentially liable parties may include:

  • Employers or contractors who violated safety regulations
  • Property owners who failed to address known hazards
  • Manufacturers of defective equipment
  • Utility companies or subcontractors performing negligent electrical work or performing inspections and tests with equipment they don’t know how to operate

We work with electrical safety experts, engineers, and medical professionals to build strong, evidence-based claims on your behalf.

Your Rights After an Electrical Injury

If you or a loved one suffered an electrical injury due to someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for:

  • Medical expenses and future care
  • Lost income and reduced earning capacity
  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional trauma and loss of enjoyment of life
  • Wrongful death damages for surviving family members

We are committed to helping you recover full and fair compensation to support your healing and your future.

Talk to an Experienced Attorney Today

Electrical injury cases are complex—and time is critical. Electrical panels and circuits are often destroyed. When they are removed these components contain valuable evidence about the cause of the shock. Evidence must be preserved, expert evaluations conducted, and legal claims filed within applicable deadlines. 

At Yaeger & Jungbauer Barristers, we bring experience, tenacity, and compassion to every case we handle. If you or a loved one has been injured by electricity, contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation.