Electrocution Accident Attorney

Electricity is so powerful that utilities, product manufacturers and other companies that work with electrical wiring must follow stringent safety regulations. Attorney Thomas V. Alonzo has experience litigating electrical injury lawsuits and has fully researched electrical safety codes, ordinances and industry standards. If a company does not properly follow the codes, they are negligent for any accidents that result. Electrical accidents can occur from a variety of causes including:

Many electrocution injuries are severe. The skin can be badly burned, and the electrical shock can damage the nervous system, the heart and the brain. Severe electrocution can result in wrongful death. If your injury is serious, your medical costs and pain and suffering can be substantial, so it is important to seek full compensation from the negligent party for present and future care.

Worksite Electrocution Accidents

Industrial and construction workers are particularly at risk of an electrocution injury when they are working around metal tools and machinery, live wires, extension cords, cables, and electrical equipment. Depending upon the circumstances of the case, an injured worker may or may not be limited to worker’s compensation. Injury lawyer Thomas V. Alonzo will investigate all of the facts too see if a third party might be responsible.

Multi-Million Dollar Jury Awards for Electrocution Injury

Thomas V. Alonzo represented a painter in Assumption Parish, Louisiana who was electrocuted when his metal painting rod came into contact with an un-insulated power line next to the metal building he was painting. Initially the man thought he would be limited to worker’s compensation, but Mr. Alonzo was able to determine that the power line was too close to the building and did not conform to the National Electrical Safety Code. As lead counsel of record, Thomas Alonzo brought the claim to trial and two juries found a third party, the power company, to be liable — awarding the man $4.2 million at the first trial and $2.8 million at the second trial.

If you have suffered an electrocution injury, it is critical that you contact an experienced electrocution injury attorney right away. Mr. Alonzo will speak with you personally to evaluate your claim and answer any questions you might have. Call the Law Firm of Thomas V. Alonzo at (337) 704-2615 in Lafayette, Louisiana or (601) 944-1980 in Jackson, Mississippi  for a free consultation. Mr. Alonzo can visit you at your home or hospital if necessary.