Florida Electrocution Lawyer
Electrocution accidents can cause devastating injuries and long-term health complications. Electrical incidents often occur without warning, leaving victims with severe burns, nerve damage, or serious cardiac complications. If you or a loved one suffered an electrical injury due to unsafe conditions or negligence, speaking with our Florida electrocution lawyers can help you understand what legal options may be available.
At Smith Feddeler & Smith, P.A., we help injured individuals across Florida evaluate their legal rights after serious accidents. Call (863) 355-4204 or contact us online to discuss your situation.
Why Choose Smith Feddeler & Smith, P.A.
At Smith Feddeler & Smith, P.A., we are not a volume-based practice that pushes cases toward quick settlements. We prepare every case as though it is going to trial, and insurance companies know it. That preparation gives our clients real negotiating power because insurers understand we will not back down when the facts support a stronger outcome.
Our firm has spent more than 50 years building a reputation for staying with clients through every stage of a case, no matter how long it takes. Here is what that looks like in practice:
- Trial-ready preparation: Electrocution cases often involve multiple responsible parties and complex technical evidence. We investigate thoroughly, consult electrical safety experts, and build cases that hold up under pressure in settlement negotiations and in court.
- Long-standing Florida presence: Since 1968, we have represented seriously injured Floridians and their families, including victims of catastrophic electrical accidents, earning the trust of clients who return to us and refer their loved ones.
- Experienced staff at every level: Our attorneys and support staff bring decades of combined experience handling serious injury claims, ensuring nothing is overlooked from the initial liability review through final resolution.
- Clear, consistent communication: Electrocution cases can take time to investigate properly. We keep clients informed at every stage so there are no surprises about where their case stands.
How Electrocution Injuries Commonly Occur
Electrical accidents occur across construction sites, industrial facilities, residential properties, and public spaces. Common causes include:
- Contact with overhead power lines: Construction workers, roofers, and tree trimmers face serious risk when working near energized lines without required clearance distances.
- Exposed electrical wiring: Damaged or improperly installed wiring can expose workers and visitors to dangerous electrical currents, particularly in construction and renovation settings.
- Defective electrical equipment: Tools, machinery, and appliances that malfunction due to manufacturing or design defects can create a risk of electrocution or severe burns.
- Unsafe work environments: Faulty grounding, damaged cords, and inadequate protective equipment put workers at risk when employers fail to meet OSHA electrical safety standards.
Serious Injuries Caused by Electrocution
Because electrical current affects multiple organ systems, the consequences of an electrocution can extend far beyond what is visible immediately after the incident:
- Severe burns: Electrical burns can damage both the surface of the skin and the underlying tissue, sometimes requiring skin grafting or reconstructive surgery.
- Cardiac complications: Electrical current can disrupt normal heart rhythms, potentially causing cardiac arrest during or after the incident.
- Nerve damage: Electrical exposure may impair nerve function and sensation, sometimes resulting in chronic pain or permanent disability.
- Brain injuries: Electrical trauma can lead to neurological complications, including memory loss, cognitive impairment, or seizures.
- Muscle damage: Electrical current can cause extensive internal muscle injury that may not be immediately visible but can lead to serious complications if untreated.
Who May Be Responsible for an Electrocution Injury
Determining who is responsible after an electrocution depends on who controlled the conditions that caused the injury. Potentially liable parties may include:
- Property owners: Liable when unsafe electrical systems on their premises cause injury to visitors, tenants, or workers.
- Contractors: Responsible when failure to follow required safety procedures during construction or renovation leads to an electrical incident.
- Employers: Liable when inadequate safety protocols or failure to maintain equipment contributed to the injury.
- Equipment manufacturers: Responsible when a defectively designed or manufactured electrical product causes injury during normal use.
If the injury occurred at work, you may qualify for workers’ compensation benefits without needing to prove fault. Negligence claims outside of workers’ compensation require proof that a responsible party failed to exercise reasonable care and that failure caused your injury.
Florida’s modified comparative negligence rule under Florida Statutes § 768.81 allows recovery even when you share some responsibility, but if you are found more than 50 percent at fault, Florida law bars recovery entirely.
What Compensation May Be Available
Electrocution injuries often carry long-term financial consequences. Compensation in these cases may include:
- Medical expenses and future treatment costs
- Rehabilitation
- Lost wages
- Reduced earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida Electrocution Cases
Can I File a Lawsuit After an Electrocution Injury in Florida?
Possibly. If the injury was caused by unsafe property conditions, defective equipment, or another party’s negligence, a civil injury claim may be available. Workers’ compensation benefits may also apply if the electrocution occurred while performing job duties. In some cases, both a workers’ compensation claim and a third-party civil claim may be pursued simultaneously, which is why understanding all available options early is important.
What Should I Do Immediately After an Electrocution Accident?
Seek medical attention right away, even if injuries appear minor. Electrical injuries can cause internal damage that is not immediately visible. Report the incident, document the scene, and preserve any equipment involved to support an investigation into the cause.
Can Family Members File a Claim After a Fatal Electrocution in Florida?
Yes. When an electrocution results in death, the surviving family members may be eligible to file a wrongful death claim under Florida law. These claims can pursue compensation for funeral expenses, lost financial support, and loss of companionship.
Contact Our Florida Electrocution Lawyers Today
Electrocution injuries can have lasting physical and financial consequences, and the decisions made early in the process can affect the outcome of a claim. With more than 50 years of experience and a reputation for taking cases to trial, Smith Feddeler & Smith, P.A. is prepared to fight for the full compensation you deserve. Our attorneys are here for the long haul, from the first call through final resolution.
If you or a loved one suffered an electrocution injury, call us at (863) 355-4204 or contact us online to speak with our team about your situation.
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