When Is My Employer Liable for an Electric Shock Accident at Work?

Lever & Ecker, PLLC June 27, 2023 Construction Accidents

Generally, an employee cannot pursue legal action against their employers in New York, as workers’ compensation covers losses related to work accidents. However, you may hold property owners, general contractors, and supervisors liable in an electric shock accident claim for failing to maintain a safe environment, failing to provide proper safety equipment, inadequate training, and other negligent acts.

If you are an electrician or construction worker who was harmed due to a third party’s negligence at work, the compassionate electric shock accident lawyers at Lever & Ecker, PLLC, can guide you through the legal process, starting with a free consultation. With 65+ years of combined experience advocating for New Yorkers’ rights, you can trust us to handle your case with diligence and unmatched legal service. When you work with us, we give you peace of mind so you may focus on your recovery.

Causes of Electrical Shock Accidents in the Workplace

Below are examples of negligent conduct that can result in an electric shock accident:

• Failure to provide proper safety equipment: A supervisor or other third party must provide appropriate safety equipment, such as protective clothing, insulated tools, and grounding equipment, to those working with electrical equipment.
• Failure to maintain equipment: Contractors, property owners, and other third parties must ensure that all electrical equipment is properly maintained.
• Failure to ground wires or turn off electricity: Contractors, property owners, and other third parties must ensure that wires are not live wires and are de-energized.
• Failure to implement proper safety procedures: A supervisor or other third parties must implement appropriate safety procedures to ensure workers are not exposed to electrical hazards.
• Failure to adequately supervise: Supervisors must ensure workers are working safely and not taking unnecessary risks.
• Failure to provide adequate training: A supervisor or other third parties must provide adequate training to ensure they are properly equipped to work with electrical equipment.

The electric shock accident lawyers at Lever & Ecker, PLLC, can determine whether negligence contributed to your injuries. We thoroughly investigate your case and obtain evidence of any labor law code violations.

Liable Parties in an Electric Shock Accident

If you suffered electric shock injuries at work, several parties may be liable for the damages you suffered. Labor laws that protect workers on the job site include:

• NY Labor Law §200: Property owners and supervisors are legally obligated to maintain a safe work environment.
• NY Labor Law §241: Liability is assigned to the property owner and general contractor if he or she violates industrial codes, either during the construction, demolition, or excavation phase of a project.
• NY Labor Law §240: Liability may be assigned under this section which functions to protect workers in many types of gravity-related accidents if the worker falls from a height after receiving an electric shock

Due to the complexity of New York labor laws, it is in your best interests to consult an experienced electric shock accident lawyer to hold one or more parties accountable for your injuries.

Recoverable Compensation in an Electric Shock Accident Claim

The compensation that an electrician or construction worker may recover in an electric shock accident claim will depend on the specific circumstances of the case. Generally, compensation may include several economic and non-economic damages:

• Pain and suffering (past and future)
• Lost wages and income (past and future)
• Medical expenses
• Disability and disfigurement
• Punitive damages

At Lever & Ecker, PLLC, we aim to maximize your recovery by working with the best experts in the appropriate fields to properly assess the extent of your injuries and losses. We aggressively negotiate with insurance companies on your behalf and take your case to trial if necessary.

Contact the Electric Shock Accident Lawyers at Lever & Ecker, PLLC

If you suffered an electric shock injury at work, the award-winning lawyers at Lever & Ecker, PLLC, fight to hold one or more parties accountable for the injuries you suffered due to negligence. With 65+ years of combined experience and a 99% success rate, we can get to the heart of your case to recover the compensation you deserve.

We handle all aspects of your claim and communicate with you from initial consultation to resolution, even preparing for trial if necessary. To schedule a free consultation, call (914) 288-9191 or (718) 933-3632 or fill out our contact form.