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A serious electric shock accident can have devastating consequences, leaving you and your family to cope with life-changing injuries or the loss of someone close to you.
What may have started as an ordinary day at work can suddenly leave you dealing with serious burns, nerve damage, heart complications, ongoing pain or the emotional trauma of a frightening and preventable incident. In the most serious cases, families are left grieving the loss of someone who should have returned home safely. When an electric shock injury happens because proper precautions were not taken, it is only natural to want answers and to understand what support may now be available to you.
Lanyon Bowdler’s specialist Personal Injury Solicitors have extensive experience helping people and families after serious workplace and public liability accidents. We understand the wider impact an electric shock injury can have, not only on your health, but on your ability to work, your financial security and your confidence about the future. A claim can help provide access to treatment, rehabilitation, practical support and financial stability at a time when life may feel uncertain.
Recognised by Legal 500 and Chambers UK, our team is known for its expertise in serious claims and for the compassionate way we support clients through some of the most difficult periods of their lives. We combine trusted legal advice with a genuinely personal approach, helping you pursue the support and outcome you need with confidence.
Contact Lanyon Bowdler for a free initial conversation. We are here to listen, advise and help you take the next step.
An electric shock injury is an injury which is caused by the body becoming exposed to an electric current. There are several different types of electric shock injury, also referred to as electrocution, including:
If you are required to work with electricity or electrical appliances your employer has a duty of care to ensure that all equipment is safe to use, and that you have been provided with adequate training and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to carry out your job as safely as possible.
If your employer fails to uphold their duty of care, an electric shock accident could occur due to the following reasons:
If you have been involved in a workplace accident caused by one of the above examples, or have been electrocuted at work for any other reason, and it wasn’t your fault, please get in touch with our specialist personal injury team to discuss how we can help you to seek justice and claim the compensation you deserve.
Being on the receiving end of an electric shock can cause a variety of different injuries, depending on the level of voltage which surges through the body, the part of the body through which the current enters and leaves, how long the current flowed through the body, and whether your body was damp at the time. Even shocks from as little as 50 volts can cause interference with the signals between the brain and muscles, thus affecting movement.
The type of injuries most commonly caused by electric shock include:
Some of the injuries caused by an electric shock are immediate, and some occur after the event and can develop into long term health problems. Very high voltage shocks can even prove fatal. If you or a loved one have been injured, or sadly killed, in an electric shock accident at work we can help you, please get in touch to find out more.
The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases, and Dangerous Occurrences Regulation 2013 (RIDDOR) is a piece of legislation which was introduced to improve the safeguarding of workers at increased risk of injury and disease.
RIDDOR requires employers, by law, to report certain incidents to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), including:
Although employers have a legal obligation to report serious accidents through RIDDOR, some don’t. However, if your employer has followed legal protocol and has reported your electrocution accident via the correct channels, it can make the claims process run more smoothly as it can help to improve your employer’s liability.
Whether you are a full or part time employee, on a permanent or temporary contract, an independent contractor, or a visitor on site, the employer has a legal obligation to ensure the safety of all personnel. There are a number of different legislative acts which govern exactly what employers must do in order to keep everyone safe in the workplace, including:
In addition to these legislative orders, employers may also choose to have portable appliance testing (PAT) carried out to ensure the safety of any electrical equipment and appliances in the workplace. PAT is not a legal requirement; the law simply states that employers must ensure their electrical equipment is maintained in order to minimise the risk of danger.
If you have been injured in an electric shock accident at work due to your employer neglecting their legal obligations in line with the legislation listed above, you likely have good grounds on which to take legal action and seek compensation.
Here at Lanyon Bowdler we have an expert personal injury team who have a wealth of experience handling claims just like yours. We pride ourselves on our approach, ensuring that we take the time to get to know you and understand your situation so that we are in the best position to help you. Our people are your team, and we are with you for the journey as you navigate your way back to health and rebuild your life after your accident.
Phillip Roberts handled my claim in a professional and knowledgable way and I would like to thank him very much for all the work he has done for me.
After my experience using LB 15 years ago and being very impressed I had no hesitation in using them again on a totally different matter and I was not disappointed. Excellent service once again with a successful secondary victim claim.
First Class experience from start to finish with this company.
One hundred percent happy with my claim and the outcome my solicitor was brilliant all through my case.
First Class Service
I was injured in a terrible accident whilst working on a farm, I was left with extensive injuries to my arm which impacted all aspects of my life including my ability to go back to work. Once I had instructed Lanyon Bowdler they instructed medical experts who were able to recommend rehabilitation for me which was arranged, and this meant that I could go back to work and start living independently again. They secured compensation of £45,000 and gave me all the advice and support I needed to accept the offer made.
After a horrible road traffic accident I was left with minimal physical injuries but a significant psychological injury which affected all aspects of my life including my ability to go back to work. Lanyon Bowdler handled my claim whilst also securing crucial rehabilitation for me. They secured £85,000 in compensation for me just after a year after my accident.
After a serious motorbike accident in which my Dad sustained significant head and life changing injuries I instructed Lanyon Bowdler to assist me with making a claim on his behalf. As part of his claim they ensured that he received an appropriate care package to support him in living independently and access to appropriate rehabilitation. They secured for him a settlement of £3.1m together with PPOs for his care and case management for the rest of his life which means that all of his needs can be met.
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I am very happy with the services. Excellent communication and knowledge. Very professional. Everything was well explained and there was nothing hidden. Highly recommended.
Used Lanyon Bowdler for a personal injury claim regarding a trip in a supermarket. I found the service very helpful and would use again.
From the first contact, the team at Lanyon Bowdler gave a fast & efficient service. They were very friendly & gave me the confidence that I had found the right solicitors. The advice given & the fast responses were beyond my expectations. The matter was resolved in no time at all.
It is a pleasure to act as a case manager for clients represented by the personal injury team at Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors. Lanyon Bowdler PI team are proactive and truly client centred. They understand the clients they represent and work tirelessly to achieve the best they can for them. Through collaborative working we have been able to achieve the best outcomes possible for our clients.
As a case manager I work closely with litigation teams to ensure our clients get the expertise, support and care they need to bring them back to as close to their life pre-injury as possible. This is very often not an easy journey, and balancing the desires of the client to live their best life with collating and presenting the facts of how that life is altered, can be very challenging. Having worked alongside Lanyon Bowdler’s team for many years, I have noted it is always easier to strike this balance, when they are involved.
Having worked with a succession of personal injury specialists at Lanyon Bowdler over the years, I have seen at first hand the top-flight legal expertise that they bring to every case and the commitment to obtaining the absolutely best result for every client. Equally importantly, I am struck by the compassion, empathy and humanity with which every client is treated. They go above and beyond to ensure their clients receive the very best representation.
The team at Lanyon Bowdler show an exceptional knowledge and understanding of their client’s needs, not just in terms of the claim that they lead, but also the emotional and personal experiences that they will have on that journey.
Lanyon Bowdler provide seamless ongoing emotional support, information and guidance to their clients over what may be many years of a PI claim. This significantly helps mitigate the “stress” of a claim for their clients, and in my medicolegal experience puts them way ahead of other legal firms.
Contacted Lanyon Bowdler six months after an injury at work. They offered me several of their services, including no win no fee which I ended up choosing. The solicitor was extremely helpful, was always keeping me updated when there was news and answered promptly when asked for any updates or when I asked any questions. I was very happy with the final settlement and the advice I received proved to be the best for my case. I felt like the extra bit of care was extended to give me a good idea of the options I had to choose from which really helped to inform any decision.
From my initial approach to the final positive outcome I felt my solicitor was expending all his energy to win the case. I was kept informed throughout and was given straightforward advice on how to proceed. The end result was an acceptable outcome and the pay-out was prompt.
Very friendly and quick to respond, highly recommend for anyone looking for legal advice.
I couldn’t be happier with the service I have received over the past six years. I would highly recommend Lanyon Bowdler for legal requirements.
Since dealing with Lanyon Bowdler they have been diligent, efficient and at all times very helpful along with being structured in dealing with matters, fees and clarity on all levels. Thank you.
I was clearly informed of progress step by step. The service you provided was very good.
All work carried out effectively and efficiently.
An excellent service with solicitors that you can talk to and who give you a clear understanding of all necessary legal implications and interpretations.
From start to finish we had excellent service. Friendly, approachable and professional.
Very clear, concise advice and guidance, easy to understand.
Good service provided throughout with clear communication throughout with all options explored.
I can thoroughly recommend the highly professional and supportive service received over the last few months.
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Whenever I have had need to contact Lanyon Bowdler I have always received a fast, concise and friendly response.
Definitely would use Lanyon Bowdler again if I need the use of a solicitor.
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We were particularly impressed with the quality of work, the speed and excellent communication.
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Great Service; Lanyon Bowdler were excellent from the outset. Straightforward and easy process. I just sat back and waited.
Everything has been professional, efficient and courteous throughout and we are very pleased, both with the service and with the eventual outcome of our case. Everything was first class and exceeded our expectations. Thank you again for providing such splendid service. It is really appreciated.
Please give our Personal Injury Lawyers a call for a friendly, confidential, conversation about how we can help support you with a Work Electrocution Injury Claim. There is no commitment or charge for our initial assessment. Please contact a member of the team or complete our online inquiry form toward the top of this page on the right-hand side. We can also arrange a home or hospital visit when more convenient.
We understand that recovering from an accident at work can be incredibly stressful, as can the thought of returning to the place where it happened. That’s why our expert Work Accident Solicitors handle all claims as sensitively as possible.
We are one of the most recognised firms of solicitors in Wales, Herefordshire, Shropshire, and the Midlands, synonymous with excellence. Our expert team has helped clients with Work Electrocution Claims in Birmingham, Wolverhampton and Worcester. We are able to offer a wide range of pricing options including fixed fees and service level guarantees.
Lanyon Bowdler has offices in Shrewsbury, Bromyard, Hereford, Ludlow, Oswestry, Telford, and Conwy in North Wales.
As a leading law firm, we regularly act for clients on Work Electrocution Injury Claims. We can represent you wherever you live in England or Wales.




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