Were you electrocuted by a hair dryer and left with burns and other serious injuries? Unfortunately, people can be easily electrocuted by hair dryers for numerous reasons, including defects with the product or electrical wiring issues in the property. The most common causes for hair dryer electrocutions are:
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Contact with water, which acts as a conductor that creates a pathway from the hair dryer for the electrical current to enter your body. Man of these accidents happen when the hair dryer falls into a tub on sink while it’s still plugged in.
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Damage to the appliance, like frayed or exposed power cords and wires can lead to electrical shocks.
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Wiring defects due to, low-grade materials, or lack of grounding (a safe path is provided for excess current to flow into the ground, thereby preventing fires and electrocution of the user).
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Lack of safety features, like not having a GFCI (Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter)
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This is a breaker or outlet that shuts off power if a current imbalance is detected.
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Not having immersion protections, meaning the appliance does not have an immersion protection device that reduces the risk of electrocution if it’s dropped in water.
Aside from electrocution, people can be severely injured by exploding hair dryers, where the unit bursts into flames. These accidents can also result in significant property damage to your home and possessions. If you or your loved one suffered injuries because of a defective hair dryer, contact us right away to verify your eligibility for a product liability lawsuit. Alternatively, you may have grounds to sue a hotel, apartment building, or another entity for electrical wiring hazards that caused you to be electrocuted.
The personal injury lawyers of Normandie are here for you 24/7, so please get in touch to schedule a free, confidential case review.
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The NCBI (
National Center for Biotechnology Information) estimates that over 30,000 people sustain injuries from electrocutions every year. Furthermore, over 1,000 people die as a result of being electrocuted in the U.S on a yearly basis. If you are injured by electric shock because of negligence by one or more parties, we can help you with a claim for monetary compensation. By calling us today, you can talk to a Los Angeles hair dryer electrocution attorney, completely free of charge.
Injuries Associated with Electrical Shocks
When you experience an electric shock, there may be significant damage to your body, even from a small appliance like a blow dryer. The risk of electrocution is higher than most people realize, and those who are affected can suffer:
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Damage to ligaments, tendons, muscles and other soft tissues
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Electric burns
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Fall-related injuries from the impact of an electric shock
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Nerve damage
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Traumatic brain injury
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Damage to the internal organs
Extreme electrocution accidents can cause death, leaving family members with devastating losses and a lifetime of grief. A wrongful death lawsuit attorney can help you file a claim against the liable entity for funeral expenses, loss of consortium, and other payments.
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Liability for Hair Dyer Electric Shock Accidents
Appliance electrical shock incidents can happen if the product you are using had a design flaw, inappropriate materials, faulty wiring, and other defects that occurred during the manufacturing process. Negligence by the landlord, business owner, leasing company, etc., is another source of accidents where people are injured from electrocution. When there is a failure to act or take appropriate actions to prevent electrocution by a hairdryer, you can rely on our legal team to fight for the highest level of compensation. Throughout the years, we have settled appliance electrocution cases on the basis of:
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Damage to wiring due to lack of maintenance
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Overloading of electrical outlets
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Failure to replace aging power lines
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Water and other liquid spills near outlets and wires
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Defects with the appliance or related electrical equipment
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Cables and extension cords that need to be replaced
The vast majority of hair dryer electrocutions or explosions have to do with some kind of negligence by the product maker. But you also have accidents that are based on hazards on the property, meaning that a property or business owner failed to provide reasonably safe premises to guests, visitors, and tenants.
Whether you have a premises liability claim or a product defect case on your hands, we are here to help with all your questions and concerns. Please take some time to discuss your experience with one of our legal experts and the steps you can take to recover monetary damages, such as:
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Current and future medical expenses
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Lost income for missed wages and lost job benefits, along with future lost wages if you are unable to perform your job duties.
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Pain and suffering (for physical pain and emotional distress)
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Damage to your home and personal possessions
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Legal fees
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Punitive damages
How Can a Lawyer for Electrocution Injuries Help Me?
Injuries from being electrocuted can take a heavy toll on your life, and it’s not just because you are trying to recover your health. Insurance companies will fully exploit your weakness during this time and try to pressure you into a settlement that barely covers what you rightfully deserve. Our electrocution accident lawyers know what these cases are really worth, and how you have to factor in the long-term costs of living with the harm caused by a defective hair dryer. We also have the skills and experience to overcome stall tactics by insurance agents and secure a fair amount of compensation for the victim.
Our goal is to handle every aspect of your legal case against the guilty party, while you focus on getting better and spending time with your loved ones. Rest assured that your claim for damages will be filed on time, and the insurance company will not get away with underpaying you for a hairdryer electrocution injury claim.
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We understand that accident victims are at a disadvantage when it comes to the legal system. Representation from a personal injury lawyer is essential right from the start, but how many people can afford to pay a retainer or on-going fees?
Here at Normandie, you can have immediate access to an electrocution accident attorney under the Zero Fee Guarantee. We fight for your rights under a contingency fee agreement, so we get paid by receiving a percentage of your settlement. If we do secure monetary damages on your behalf, the Zero Fee Guarantee allows you to walk away debt free.
Are you ready to explore your rights and legal options with a lawyer that specializes in electrocution injuries? If so, schedule a free consultation by using our contact form or calling our office at your earliest convenience.
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