We Protect the Rights of Injured Workers in Delaware
Many occupations expose workers to increased risk for injuries or death as a result of fire, explosion or electrical accidents. If you were injured on the job, you may be eligible for workers' compensation as well as additional damages from a negligent third party, when applicable. Our experienced attorneys can determine liability and pursue the compensation you are entitled to receive.
McCann Schaible & Wall, LLC, represents injured workers and their families in Delaware. We understand that electric shock and burn injuries can be devastating and may cause permanent disability or disfigurement. Our attorneys fight hard for clients' rights to adequate compensation for medical bills, lost income and other expenses. We have obtained numerous multimillion-dollar settlements and verdicts on behalf of our clients. For a free consultation with a Wilmington explosion accident lawyer, please call 215-305-8454 or 302-504-8091, or contact us online.
Dangerous Occupations and Accidents Causing Explosions and Fires
Explosions and fires are common in:
- Oil refinery accidents
- Construction accidents
- Trucking accidents
- Faulty fuel systems
- Defective products
- Industrial equipment and large machinery accidents
- Natural gas accidents
In addition to burn injuries, explosions and fires can cause inhalation injuries, lung damage, loss of sight or hearing, cardiac or respiratory arrest, shock wave injuries, brain injuries and wrongful death.
Electrical Accidents and Electrocution
Electrical accidents can cause electric shock injuries, burns or death by electrocution. The most common causes of electrical accidents include:
- Contact with power lines
- Using tools, products or equipment incorrectly
- No ground-fault protection
- No electrical safety guards on tools and machines
- Improper use of extension cords
- Wear and tear or other damage to electrical cords
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), during a hand-to-foot shock lasting one second, electrocution is likely when the current level is above 100 amperes. When the current is 2,000 amperes or greater, the risk for death increases.
Delaware Burn Injury Attorneys
Please call our offices at 215-305-8454 or 302-504-8091 to schedule an appointment.
