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    11/7/2008
    Mindy
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    Electrical Injuries and the Jones Act

    Electric shock can cause serious injuries, even death.  When heavy machinery or equipment malfunctions, the risk of electric shock increases dramatically.  Defective equipment can lead to electrocution and burns.  Most electrical injuries occur on the job.  As a seaman, you may handle equipment on a regular basis, which puts you in danger of electric shock.

    When a person comes into contact with an electrical energy source, it is known as electric shock.  An electrical injury occurs when electrical energy flows through the body, which leads to shock and serious burns.  It is common to be burned at the point of contact with the electrical source, such as on the hands, heels or head.

    Serious injuries can result from electric shock, including spinal cord injury, paralysis or deformity.  It is important to be aware of electric shock symptoms, as medical attention should be give immediately.  Symptoms of electric shock generally include shortness of breath, chest pain, abdominal pain, pain in a hand or foot, numbness and unconsciousness.  When someone comes into contact with an electrical source, internal injuries could result.  Emergency medical personnel will perform many tests to determine the extent of injuries.

    As a seaman, you are protected under the Jones Act if you are injured while working aboard a barge, tug, rig, ship or other vessel.  The Jones Act entitles you to compensation, known as maintenance and cure, when you have been injured.  If the injury was the result of negligence either on the part of the vessel owner, employer or other third party, which is often the case with defective equipment, you may be able to purse further compensation through a Jones Act lawsuit.

    The Willis Law Firm represents injured seamen and their family members.  Contact the Jones Act attorneys at the Willis Law Firm for a free and confidential consultation at 1-800-MARITIME.

    The article, Injuries Caused by Electric Shock from Unsafe Equipment, has more information about symptoms and treatment of electric shock.

     


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