"When I was injured due to inadequate security at a retail center in Columbus, I felt completely lost. This firm quickly stepped in, investigated the facts, and held the property owner accountable for their negligence. They treated my case with dignity and professionalism, securing a settlement that covered my medical bills and lost wages. I highly recommend them for any crime-related injury on someone else's property."
Injury Due to Shock or Electrocution: Personal Injury Attorneys Protecting the Rights of Individuals throughout The State of Ohio
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Ohio Injury Due to Shock or Electrocution: Personal Injury Lawyers
Experienced Premise Liability Injury Attorney providing Personal Injury representation involving Injury Due to Shock or Electrocution from Exposed Electrical Wiring throughout the State of Ohio.
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Ohio Exposed Wiring & Electrocution Lawyers: Premises Liability for Electrical Hazards
Exposed electrical wiring in an apartment building, construction site, commercial property, or common area creates one of the most immediate and deadly hidden dangers under Premises Liability law. Contact with live, exposed wiring can cause severe electrical shock, deep burns, neurological damage, and even wrongful death by electrocution. These devastating injuries are almost always preventable and result from a property owner or landlord's negligent failure to inspect and repair dangerous electrical defects.
If you or a loved one suffered a serious injury or death due to exposed electrical wiring on someone else's property in Ohio, you have the right to seek justice. Our experienced Personal Injury Attorney team will agressively pursure your electrical hazard claims, leveraging Ohio Revised Code and building codes to secure maximum compensation for your long-term medical and financial losses.
Owner Liability for Electrical Hazards Under Ohio Law
Property owners and managers in Ohio owe the highest duty of care to their invitees (tenants, customers, and business guests) to keep the premises safe. This duty is specifically reinforced by statutes concerning electrical safety and maintenance:
R.C. § 5321.04: Landlord Duty to Maintain
For rental properties, Ohio Revised Code § 5321.04 places a non-delegable duty on landlords to keep all electrical facilities in good and safe working order and to comply with all building, housing, and safety codes. A visible failure, such as exposed electrical wiring in a common area or an apartment, is a direct breach of this statutory duty, establishing negligence per se (negligence as a matter of law).
Building Code Violations
We investigate all accidents for violations of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and the Ohio Basic Building Code (OBBC). Exposed wiring often indicates a breach of code regarding proper conduit use, junction box covers, or insulation. A property owner who fails to ensure their electrical systems are up to code is negligent.
- Notice of Hazard: We prove the owner had actual notice (e.g., prior complaints, maintenance requests) or constructive notice (the defect was visible or existed for a long time) of the exposed electrical wiring but failed to fix the dangerous condition.
Evidence and Injuries from Electrical Shock and Electrocution
Electrical injury cases require precise investigation to prove the property owner's negligence was the direct cause of the injury. Our firm works quickly to secure evidence and connect the exposed wiring to your serious harm:
- Expert Inspection: We deploy electrical engineers and forensics experts to examine the specific point of contact and the condition of the exposed electrical wiring, documenting code violations and maintenance failures before the owner can conceal them.
- Medical Documentation: We work with medical professionals to document the severity of the electrical injuries, which can include deep, internal burns (often hidden beneath the skin), cardiac arrest, neurological damage, chronic pain, and permanent disability.
- Maintenance Records: We subpoena all maintenance logs and repair tickets to show a pattern of neglecting electrical system repairs, establishing the owner's superior knowledge of the hazard.
Damages and Ohio's Statute of Limitations (R.C. 2305.10)
Injuries from electrical shock or electrocution are catastrophic, requiring extensive rehabilitation and often resulting in permanent impairment. We seek maximum financial recovery for all damages resulting from the owner's failure to maintain a safe electrical system:
- Emergency Medical Bills, Long-Term Burn Care, and Cardiac Treatment
- Future Medical Needs, Rehabilitation, and Pain Management
- Lost Wages, Loss of Earning Capacity, and Vocational Retraining
- Compensation for Neurological Damage and Permanent Disability
- Pain and Suffering, Emotional Distress, and Wrongful Death Damages (if applicable)
The statute of limitations for a Personal Injury lawsuit in Ohio (R.C. § 2305.10) is typically two years from the date of the injury. Electrical evidence is highly perishable; contacting an attorney immediately is essential to protect your claim.
Contact Our Ohio Personal Injury Attorneys Today
If you or a loved one suffered a severe injury due to exposed electrical wiring or another electrical hazard on commercial or residential property in Ohio, trust our firm to pursue justice.
Call TOLL FREE: (800) 848-5297 today to schedule your Free Consultation.
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Office:
5000 Arlington Centre Blvd.
Columbus, OH 43220
Call: TOLL FREE: (800) 848-5297
What Our Clients Say
After prolonged exposure to toxic mold at my workplace, I started experiencing severe health issues. Proving the connection to the business's negligence felt impossible until I hired this firm. They were brilliant, connecting my health problems to the landlord's failure to address water damage. They gave me my health and my life back by securing a significant settlement. For mold-related injury cases, they are unparalleled."
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"The defective stairs at a restaurant in Toledo caused a significant knee injury. The property owner initially refused to pay, but this firm took on the challenge. They brought in experts to show the code violations and built an undeniable case. Thanks to their legal expertise, I received a fair settlement that allows me to focus on my recovery. They truly excel with cases involving unsafe property conditions."
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