Making personal injury compensation claims resulting from electric shocks

During 2005, a total of 35 fatalities resulted from faulty electric currents in the UK. A number of these deaths prompted bereaved families to make personal injury compensation claims.

Of the 35 fatalities, 28 were in England and Wales, six occurred in Scotland, while one was in Northern Ireland all places which have legislative frameworks for making no win, no fee claims.

Some of these accidents occurred in the home while others were accidents at work. The majority of personal injuries involving an electric current were suffered by those aged 15-64 years old. When the causes of the 136 accidents reported in 2002 were considered the following appliances came up as common culprits:

• Light fittings
• Toasters
• Hair dryers
• Electric sockets and plugs
• Extension leads and cables
• Strimmers and lawnmowers
• Washing machines and dishwashers

Any of the above could malfunction or blow a fuse and catch fire, posing potential danger to either those who are using them or those are situated close to them. The fire service has also issued a warning about the dangers of plug in air fresheners catching fire.

An issue with a faulty product could lead to a product liability claim being sought. Those who sustain personal injury as a result of faulty or neglected electrics while in a rented home could have a case against their landlord. On the other hand, those who come to harm in their own home may not be able to make a personal injury compensation claim against anyone unless personal injury is covered under their home insurance.

Eight fatal injuries resulting from accidents at work involving electricity were suffered by employees during the period from April 2005-April 2006, while three more were suffered by those who were self-employed. Employees sustained a total of 105 serious personal injuries as a result of electrical accidents over the same period.

In most instances, an employer will be responsible for workers' welfare, meaning that any employers who are negligent when it comes to electrics in the workplace may face having a work accident personal injury compensation claims made against them.

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Have you or someone close to you been harmed as a result of electrical current? You could be in a position to make a no win, no fee personal injury compensation claim through us today.

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