Electrocution Attorney for Wrongful Death Lawsuit

Attorney Fred Pritzker is listed in the current edition of The Best Lawyers in America. To contact Fred or another attorney at our law firm regarding an electrocution lawsuit, please call 1-888-377-8900 (toll free) or submit our free consultation form.

Compensation for Electrocution Wrongful Death

When someone dies from electrocution, the person's family may have a wrongful death claim against the parties responsible for the electrocution. Wrongful death compensation law varies by state. In most states, the family may seek to recover compensation for the following:

Funeral expenses
Medical expenses
Lost wages
Loss of care and comfort

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What is Electrocution?

Electrocution is death caused by an electric shock. According to the National Institutes of Health, About 1,000 people die annually of electrocution in the United States.

Causes of Electrocution

Electrocution can be caused by any of the following:

Accidental contact with exposed parts of electrical appliances or wiring
Young children biting or chewing on electrical cords, or poking metal objects into the electrical outlet
Lightning
Flashing of electric arcs from high-voltage power lines
Machinery or occupational-related exposures
Defective products

Not all electrocutions are actionable. If someone in your family has died from electrocution, you should consult a lawyer immediatelyfor a free consultation.

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Personal Injury and Wrongful Death