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Inappropriate shocks delivered by implantable cardiac defibrillators during oversensing of activity of diaphagmatic muscle. (1/128)
Two cases are reported (both men, one 72 and one 54 years old) of inappropriate shocks delivered by an implantable cardiac defibrillator (ICD) device, which oversensed the myopotentials induced by deep breathing and Valsalva manoeuvre. No damage to leads was associated with the oversensing of myopotentials. The mechanism of the inappropriate shocks was determined using real time electrograms. Modification of the duration of ventricular detection and decrease in sensitivity made it possible to avoid the oversensing of myopotentials and to deliver ICD treatment. (+info)Transient quadriparesis after electric shock. (2/128)
A case of acute transient flaccid quadriparesis after a low voltage electric shock is reported. The patient recovered completely with in three days. (+info)Radiofrequency electrocution (196 MHz). (3/128)
Radiofrequency (RF) electrocutions are uncommon. A case of electrocution at 196 MHz is presented partly because there are no previous reports with frequencies as high as this, and partly to assist in safety standard setting. A 53-year-old technician received two brief exposures to both hands of 2A current at 196 MHz. He did not experience shock or burn. Progressively over the next days and months he developed joint pains in the hands, wrists and elbows, altered temperature and touch sensation and parasthesiae. Extensive investigation found no frank neurological abnormality, but there were changes in temperature perception in the palms and a difference in temperature between hands. His symptoms were partly alleviated with ultra-sound therapy, phenoxybenzamine and glyceryl trinitrate patches locally applied, but after several months he continues to have some symptoms. The biophysics and clinical aspects are discussed. It is postulated that there was mainly surface flow of current and the micro-vasculature was effected. Differences to 50 Hz electrocution are noted. Electrocution at 196 MHz, even in the absence of burns may cause long-term morbidity to which physicians should be alerted. Safety standards should consider protection from electrocution at these frequencies. (+info)Alpha(2)-antiplasmin gene deficiency in mice does not affect neointima formation after vascular injury. (4/128)
The hypothesis that alpha(2)-antiplasmin (alpha(2)-AP), the main physiological plasmin inhibitor, plays a role in neointima formation was tested with use of a vascular injury model in wild-type (alpha(2)-AP(+/+)) and alpha(2)-AP-deficient (alpha(2)-AP(-/-)) mice. The neointimal and medial areas were similar 1 to 3 weeks after electric injury of the femoral artery in alpha(2)-AP(+/+) and alpha(2)-AP(-/-) mice, resulting in comparable intima/media ratios (eg, 0.43+/-0.12 and 0.42+/-0.11 2 weeks after injury). Nuclear cell counts in cross-sectional areas of the intima of the injured region were also comparable in arteries from alpha(2)-AP(+/+) and alpha(2)-AP(-/-) mice (78+/-19 and 69+/-8). Fibrin deposition was not significantly different in arteries of both genotypes 1 day after injury, and no mural thrombosis was detected 1 week after injury. Fibrinolytic activity in femoral arterial sections, as monitored by fibrin zymography, was higher in alpha(2)-AP(-/-) mice 1 week after injury (P<0.001) but was comparable in both genotypes 2 and 3 weeks after injury. Staining for elastin did not reveal significant degradation of the internal elastica lamina in either genotype. Immunocytochemical analysis revealed a comparable distribution pattern of alpha-actin-positive smooth muscle cells in both genotypes. These findings indicate that the endogenous fibrinolytic system of alpha(2)-AP(+/+) mice is capable of preventing fibrin deposition after vascular injury and suggest that alpha(2)-AP does not play a major role in smooth muscle cell migration and neointima formation in vivo. (+info)Neuropsychiatric profile of a case of post traumatic stress disorder following an electric shock. (5/128)
Exposure to extraordinary stressors or life-threatening events has been shown to result in negative cognitive, behavioural and emotional outcomes including the cluster of symptoms constituting Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). This disorder has most often been studied in military veterans and victims of abuse who also show high rates of comorbid conditions. We report a case of PTSD following an electrical injury in a patient with no past psychiatric history. Implications for a full range of examinations including comprehensive neuropsychiatric testing are discussed. Results suggest that such approach addresses the complexity of a differential diagnosis between organic and psychiatric dysfunctions. (+info)Leakage of energy to the body surface during defibrillation shock by an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) system--experimental evaluation during defibrillation shocks through the right ventricular lead and the subcutaneous active-can in canines. (6/128)
The leakage of electrical current to the body surface during defibrillation shock delivery by an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) device (the Medtronic Jewel Plus PCD system) was evaluated in 5 dogs. The defibrillation shocks were delivered between the active-can implanted in the left subclavicular region and the endocardial lead placed in the right ventricle at the energy levels of 1, 2, 8, 12, 24 and 34 J. During each delivery, the electrical current leakage from the body surface was measured by electrodes connected to a circuit at 4 recording positions: (A) parallel-subcutaneous (the electrodes were fixed in the subcutaneous tissue of the left shoulder and the right lower chest, and the direction of the electrode vector was parallel to the direction of the defibrillation energy flow); (B) cross-subcutaneous (the electrodes were fixed in the subcutaneous tissue of the right shoulder and the left lower chest, and the vector of the electrodes was roughly perpendicular to the direction of the energy flow); (C) parallel-surface (the electrodes were fixed with ECG paste on the shaved skin surface at the left shoulder and the right lower chest); and (D) surface grounded (the electrodes were fixed on the shaved skin surface at the left shoulder and the left foot, which was grounded). The circuit resistance was set at a variable level (100-5,000 ohms) in accordance with the resistance measured through each canine body. Leakage energies were measured in 750 defibrillation shocks with each circuit resistance in 5 dogs. The leakage energy increased in accordance with the increase of the delivered energy and the decrease of the circuit resistance in all 4 recording positions. When the circuit resistance was set at 1,000 ohms, the leakage energy during shock delivery at 34 J was 32+/-17 mJ at position A, 5+/-9 mJ at B, 10+/-9 mJ at C, and 4+/-3 mJ at D (p=0.042). The peak current was highest at position A and was 87+/-22 mA with a circuit resistance of 1,000 ohms. The power of the leakage energy depended on the delivered energy and the impedance between the electrodes. The angle between the alignment of the recording electrodes and the direction of the energy flow was another important factor in determining the leakage energy. Although the peak current of the leakage energy reached the level of macro shock, the highest leakage energy from the body surface was considerably less because of the short duration of the shock delivery. (+info)Inappropriate discharges from an intravenous implantable cardioverter defibrillator due to T-wave oversensing. (7/128)
This report describes the clinical management of 2 patients with ventricular fibrillation (VF) who received inappropriate shocks from an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) due to T-wave oversensing. Cardiac sarcoidosis was confirmed as the underlying heart disease in 1 patient and idiopathic dilated cardiomyopathy in the other. Within 2 months after ICD implantation, both patients received several inappropriate shocks during sinus rhythm. Stored electrograms showed decreased R-wave amplitudes and increased T-wave amplitudes. The ICD sensed both R- and T-waves as ventricular activation, which met the rate criteria for VF treatment. Reprogramming the sensing threshold in association with administration of a drug to slow the heart rate decreased the incidence of the inappropriate shocks in both patients, but these palliative measures did not completely suppress the inappropriate shocks. To avoid T-wave oversensing, the repositioning or adding of a sensing lead is required. The potential risk of T-wave oversensing in ICD patients who have small R-wave amplitudes should be recognized. (+info)Correlation between serum IL-6 levels and death: usefulness in diagnosis of "traumatic shock"? (8/128)
Interleukin-6 (IL-6) has been considered as an important mediator of inflammation. Clinically it is a well-known marker of the severity of injury following major trauma. In this study, the levels of IL-6 in body serum were applied to a traumatic death index. Of ninety victims 55 were men and 35 women, with a mean age of 53.4+/- 19 (S.D.) years. The cases were classified as traumatic deaths (38 cases), non-traumatic deaths other than natural causes of deaths (36 cases), and deaths due to natural causes (16 cases). All samples were collected within 2 days after death. The mean values of IL-6 levels of the traumatic, non-traumatic and disease groups were 8608.97, 2205.65, and 3266.64 pg/ml, respectively. Some cases in non-traumatic and disease cases were beyond 10 000 pg/ml, however, the mean value of the traumatic group was statistically higher than that of the other two groups. Even though several cases had high levels of IL-6 in spite of instantaneous death, the results showed that IL-6 levels are helpful in the diagnosis of traumatic shock. (+info)Electric injuries refer to damage to the body caused by exposure to electrical energy. This can occur when a person comes into contact with an electrical source, such as a power line or outlet, and the electrical current passes through the body. The severity of the injury depends on various factors, including the voltage and amperage of the electrical current, the duration of exposure, and the path the current takes through the body.
Electric injuries can cause a range of symptoms and complications, including burns, cardiac arrest, muscle damage, nerve damage, and fractures or dislocations (if the victim is thrown by the electrical shock). In some cases, electric injuries can be fatal. Treatment typically involves supportive care to stabilize the patient's vital signs, as well as specific interventions to address any complications that may have arisen as a result of the injury. Prevention measures include following safety guidelines when working with electricity and being aware of potential electrical hazards in one's environment.
An Electric organ is a specialized electric tissue found in some groups of fish, most notably in the electric eels and electric rays. It consists of modified muscle or nerve cells called electrocytes, which are capable of generating and transmitting electrical signals. These organs are used for various purposes such as navigation, communication, and hunting. In electric eels, for example, the electric organ can generate powerful electric shocks to stun prey or defend against predators.
Electric burns are injuries to the skin and underlying tissues caused by exposure to electrical current. The damage can be both internal and external, and it depends on the voltage, amperage, type of current (alternating or direct), duration of exposure, and the pathway the current takes through the body.
Electric burns can cause extensive tissue damage, including deep burns, nerve damage, muscle damage, and fractures. They may also result in cardiac arrest, irregular heart rhythms, and respiratory failure. In some cases, electric burns may not appear severe on the surface of the skin, but they can still cause significant internal injuries.
Treatment for electric burns typically involves wound care, pain management, and monitoring for complications such as infection or organ damage. In severe cases, surgery may be necessary to remove damaged tissue and repair injured muscles, nerves, and blood vessels.
An encyclopedia is a comprehensive reference work containing articles on various topics, usually arranged in alphabetical order. In the context of medicine, a medical encyclopedia is a collection of articles that provide information about a wide range of medical topics, including diseases and conditions, treatments, tests, procedures, and anatomy and physiology. Medical encyclopedias may be published in print or electronic formats and are often used as a starting point for researching medical topics. They can provide reliable and accurate information on medical subjects, making them useful resources for healthcare professionals, students, and patients alike. Some well-known examples of medical encyclopedias include the Merck Manual and the Stedman's Medical Dictionary.
Lightning injuries refer to physical harm caused by the exposure to a lightning strike. These injuries can be direct, when a person is struck by lightning, or indirect, when the electrical discharge causes damage by proximity or through a conductive medium such as metal or water. The effects of lightning injuries can vary widely, ranging from mild burns and neurological symptoms to cardiac arrest and death.
The injury mechanisms associated with lightning strikes include:
1. Electrical injury: The passage of electrical current through the body can cause damage to tissues and organs, particularly the heart and nervous system. This can result in cardiac arrest, irregular heart rhythms, and neurological symptoms such as confusion, seizures, or loss of consciousness.
2. Thermal injury: The intense heat generated by a lightning strike can cause burns on the skin, especially at the point of entry and exit of the electrical discharge. These burns may be superficial or deep, and can lead to scarring and infection.
3. Blunt force trauma: The explosive force of a nearby lightning strike can cause physical trauma due to the rapid expansion of air around the body. This can result in injuries such as ruptured eardrums, internal bleeding, and fractures.
4. Secondary effects: Lightning strikes can also trigger secondary events that lead to injury, such as fires, falls, or motor vehicle accidents caused by the loss of consciousness or disorientation of those affected.
Immediate medical attention is crucial for individuals who have suffered lightning injuries, as rapid treatment can significantly improve outcomes and reduce the risk of long-term complications.
Electricity is not a medical term, but rather a fundamental aspect of physics and science. It refers to the form of energy resulting from the existence of charged particles such as electrons or protons, either statically as an accumulation of charge or dynamically as a current.
However, in the context of medical procedures and treatments, electricity is often used to stimulate nerves or muscles, destroy tissue through processes like electrocoagulation, or generate images of internal structures using methods like electrocardiography (ECG) or electroencephalography (EEG). In these cases, a clear medical definition would be:
The use of electric currents or fields in medical procedures for therapeutic or diagnostic purposes.
A Radio Frequency Identification Device (RFID) is not a medical term, but rather a technology term that has been increasingly used in the healthcare setting. According to the Federal Drug Administration (FDA), RFID is defined as:
"a system that uses radio waves to communicate between an RFID tag and an RFID reader. The tag contains a microchip and an antenna that are used to transmit data to the reader. The reader also has an antenna, which sends a signal to the tag and receives information back from it."
In healthcare, RFID technology is often used for tracking and managing medical equipment, supplies, and even patients in some cases. For example, RFID tags can be attached to medication carts, infusion pumps, or other medical devices to help ensure that they are properly cleaned, maintained, and accounted for at all times. Similarly, RFID badges can be used to track the location of healthcare workers within a hospital or other facility, helping to improve patient safety and efficiency.
While RFID technology has many potential benefits in healthcare, it is important to ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect patient privacy and security. For example, RFID tags should be encrypted to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive information, and healthcare organizations should have clear policies in place for managing and monitoring the use of RFID technology.
Electric power supplies are devices that convert electrical energy from a source into a form suitable for powering various types of equipment or devices. They can include a wide range of products such as batteries, generators, transformers, and rectifiers. The main function of an electric power supply is to maintain a stable voltage and current to the load, despite variations in the input voltage or changes in the load's electrical characteristics.
In medical terminology, electric power supplies are used in various medical devices such as diagnostic equipment, therapeutic machines, and monitoring systems. They provide a reliable source of power to these devices, ensuring their proper functioning and enabling accurate measurements and treatments. In some cases, medical power supplies may also include features such as uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems or emergency power-off functions to ensure patient safety in the event of a power failure or other electrical issues.
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Electrocution18
- If death results from an electric shock the cause of death is generally referred to as electrocution. (wikipedia.org)
- This page will look at tort lawsuits in which the primary injury to the plaintiff is an electric shock or electrocution. (millerandzois.com)
- Many electrocution deaths are caused by defectively manufactured, designed or maintained electrical wiring. (millerandzois.com)
- But there are many electrocution lawsuits that come from on-the-job injuries where another party is also responsible for the injuries or the fatality. (millerandzois.com)
- Lawsuits involving electric shocks typically arise when an individual has suffered an injury due to electrocution or an electric shock incident. (millerandzois.com)
- The defense argued that the injury was due to a thermal event and not electrocution and further claimed it was related to the latent effects of childhood cancer. (millerandzois.com)
- Noting that deaths due to electrocution and injuries due to electric shocks are ignored as "mere accidents" with safety measures disregarded, The High Court of J&K and Ladakh has ordered constitution of a three- member panel to be headed by Commissioner Secretary PDD to monitor and ensure implementation of statutory safety measures and regulations as enshrined in Central Electricity Authority Regulations, 2010 in letter and spirit. (greaterkashmir.com)
- It appears that deaths due to electrocution as well as bodily injuries due to electric shocks are ignored as mere accidents, also it appears that safety measures, at all times, related to the installation of electricity infrastructure like installation of transmission lines, transformers are usually ignored," Justice Wasim Sadiq Nargal said in an order. (greaterkashmir.com)
- If you or a loved one has been injured in an electrocution or electric shock at their place of work our dedicated team of work injury attorneys will help you receive compensation for. (downtownlalaw.com)
- Many workers are exposed to electrical energy while completing their daily responsibilities, and many are unaware of the potential electrical hazards present in their work environment - making them more vulnerable to the danger of electrocution. (cdc.gov)
- Electric current flowing through the metal reinforcement may also create an electrocution hazard. (cdc.gov)
- Electrical accidents on construction sites can cause severe shocks, electrical burns and electrocution. (klezmermaudlin.com)
- Because of the risk of burn injuries, thermal burns and electrocution, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has specific regulations related to electrical use at construction sites. (klezmermaudlin.com)
- Contact with an energized line can cause a serious shock injury or fatal electrocution. (klezmermaudlin.com)
- How Common Are Electric Shock Injuries and Electrocution? (smithlawcenter.com)
- What Scenarios Can Lead to Electric Shock Injuries and Electrocution? (smithlawcenter.com)
- The St. Petersburg electrocution accident lawyers at Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers have over forty years of combined experience handling personal injury cases. (usalaw.com)
- Electrocution is death caused by an electrical current passing through your body. (usalaw.com)
Burns16
- Electrical burns to the hand. (medscape.com)
- Detailed documentation of the presence of electrical burns, including diagrams, can be extremely helpful. (medscape.com)
- While some electrical burns look minor, there may be serious internal damage, especially to the heart, muscles, or brain. (medlineplus.gov)
- The electricity injury may include second- and third-degree burns of the skin, some at the entry and exit site of the current. (emedicinehealth.com)
- Such injuries can take several forms, including electric current burns, flash burns, and contact burns. (medscape.com)
- If you have suffered electrical burns or electric shock at work our workplace personal injury attorney can help. (downtownlalaw.com)
- Electrical current passing through the body generates heat, which burns and destroys tissues. (msdmanuals.com)
- Electrical arcs can also cause burns when a spark jumps from an object to the body. (maritimeinjurycenter.com)
- High-voltage electrical injuries are more likely to result in internal burns. (maritimeinjurycenter.com)
- Coming into contact with voltage can cause electric current to move through your body, causing electrical shock, burns and internal organ damage. (klezmermaudlin.com)
- The consequences of electric shock injury in Virginia and elsewhere can include permanent nerve damage, severe burns and the loss of use of a limb. (smithlawcenter.com)
- While some electrical burns appear to be minor, they may cause extreme damage to the organs like the heart and the brain. (smithlawcenter.com)
- Although the majority of mine electrical injuries are the results of burns from electrical arcs, few miners are aware that such a hazard exists. (cdc.gov)
- Non-contact" arc flash burns refer to electrical burn injuries without accompanying electric shock. (cdc.gov)
- Burns are one of the most harmful and is non-invasive but only detects bacteria complex physical injuries [ 2 ]. (who.int)
- People with epilepsy often suffer from comorbidities such as depression and anxiety, associated intellectual disabilities (especially in children) and physical injuries (for instance, fractures and burns). (who.int)
Burn Injuries4
- Recently, an electric scooter manufacturer announced that a defect in their scooters could cause batteries to smolder or even catch fire, leading to serious burn injuries. (herrlingclark.com)
- Burn injuries can inflict terrible pain and serious, lasting damage. (williamswalshandoconnor.com)
- Sometimes burn injuries happen in high-profile industrial accidents, such as the 2013 fertilizer plant explosion in Texas that killed 15 people. (williamswalshandoconnor.com)
- Conventional warfare : ballistic, blast, and burn injuries / specialty editors: Ronald F. Bellamy, Russ Zajtchuk. (who.int)
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- Even if you have not, you might have seen or read about the intensity of the electric shock injuries and how people have lost their lives in such accidents. (articlesfactory.com)
- What Injuries Can Occur in Electric Scooter Accidents? (herrlingclark.com)
- However, as with any motorized device, people face the risks of serious accidents and injuries that can occur while operating them. (herrlingclark.com)
- Other e-scooter accidents can involve a car or truck striking a person on a scooter, resulting in serious injury or even death. (herrlingclark.com)
- The three major causes associated with tree trimming accidents are falls, struck-by and electrical contact incidents. (californiainjuryblog.com)
- There are various serious workplace injuries associated with accidents in these trades, including broken bones, amputation, spine injuries, and brain injuries. (gwclaw.com)
- The presence of water makes electrical accidents potentially more harmful because water conducts electricity and reduces the resistance protection of the skin. (maritimeinjurycenter.com)
- Voltage describes the intensity of the electrical current, and accidents with electricity can be divided into high and low-voltage incidents. (maritimeinjurycenter.com)
- Construction workers and trades workers may sustain serious electrical injuries in many types of construction accidents. (klezmermaudlin.com)
- OSHA requires ground fault circuit interrupters at construction sites, which serve as fast-acting circuit breakers, to reduce injuries and accidents from electrical hazards. (klezmermaudlin.com)
- Since 1955, our law firm has fought for the rights of individuals and their families to receive fair compensation for accidents and injuries. (usalaw.com)
- Electrical accidents account for 1,000 deaths each year in the United States . (usalaw.com)
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- The 2023 Honda Accord earned the rating due to its restraint system effectively securing the dummy upon impact, preventing serious body or head injuries. (myfox8.com)
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- Adult electrical injuries usually occur in occupational settings, whereas children are primarily injured in the household setting. (medscape.com)
- Electric shock can occur in any industry and can lead to catastrophic injuries and death. (lundylaw.com)
- More often, however, these injuries occur below the national radar - but with devastating consequences for the people who are burned and their families. (williamswalshandoconnor.com)
- Ankle injuries, particularly injuries to the ligaments on the lateral side of the ankle joint are one of the most common sports injuries that occur when the ankle 'rolls' under the athlete. (livestrong.com)
- Electrical injuries tend to happen at work, but can occur at home, on vacation, while shopping, or at a playground. (usalaw.com)
- However, electrical injuries occur anywhere electrical currents are present. (usalaw.com)
- Problem: It is estimated that 5 to 10 arc flash explosions occur in electric equipment every day in the United States. (cdc.gov)
- Arcing faults can also occur from an electric arc. (cdc.gov)
- Area of residence was the only independent predictor for the occur- rence of childhood injuries. (who.int)
Fractures4
- Future Motion has received dozens of incident reports involving these skateboards, the CPSC said Friday - including four deaths between 2019 and 2021 and serious injuries like paralysis, traumatic brain injury, fractures and ligament damage. (kxan.com)
- In these cases, victims could sustain bone fractures or traumatic brain injuries. (herrlingclark.com)
- Doctors check the person for abnormal heart rhythms, fractures, dislocations, and spinal cord or other injuries. (msdmanuals.com)
- Be certain to rule out any more serious injuries like fractures, tumors, or nerve disease and consult with your physician following serious ankle injury. (livestrong.com)
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- The global rotator cuff injury treatment market is projected to reach USD 1,244 million by 2026 from USD 989 million in 2021, at a CAGR of 4.7% during the forecast period. (marketsandmarkets.com)
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- Electric injury occurs upon contact of a body part with electricity that causes a sufficient current to pass through the person's tissues. (wikipedia.org)
- [ 2 ] In the United States and Canada, typical household electricity provides 110V for general use and 240V for high-powered appliances, while industrial electrical and high-tension power lines can have more than 100,000V. (medscape.com)
- This course will explore the effects of electricity on the human body, as well as the assessment and treatment for post-electrical shock patients. (hsi.com)
- Electrical injuries are injuries to a portion of the body that has electricity pass through it. (emedicinehealth.com)
- As the use of electricity and injuries from it increase, all health professionals involved in burn care must appreciate the physiologic and pathologic effects and management of electric current injury. (medscape.com)
- Electricity is transmitted by a high-voltage system because it allows the same amount of energy to be carried at lower current, which reduces electrical loss through leakage and heating. (medscape.com)
- Electricity related injuries aren't a major cause of death today, but that's no reason to ignore electrical safety and common sense. (mistersparky.com)
- Electricity in the U.S. is extremely safe, primarily due to high standards from electrical professionals. (mistersparky.com)
- The committee, the Court said, shall meet twice every month and ensure implementation of statutory safety measures and regulations as enshrined in Central Electricity Authority (Measures relating to Safety and Electric Supply) Regulations, 2010 in letter and spirit. (greaterkashmir.com)
- The Court asked all District Magistrates to ensure compliance of Regulation of Central Electricity Authority (Measures relating to Safety and Electric Supply) Regulations, 2010 on war footing that is within a period of three weeks, which, it said, provides for clearance above ground level of conductors of overhead lines including electricity service lines. (greaterkashmir.com)
- Often, people believe that electric shock injuries are limited to professions that deal with electricity on a regular basis, such as electricians or electric company employees. (lundylaw.com)
- Workers who deal with electricity on a daily basis are most likely to sustain injuries and electrocutions. (smithlawcenter.com)
- You are less likely to receive an electric shock if you do not work with electricity, but people may suffer electric shocks in their own homes or be shocked by downed power lines or other unexpected hazards. (smithlawcenter.com)
- When dealing with electric shock Injuries in Virginia and elsewhere, we are conscious of the different ways electricity can damage the human body. (smithlawcenter.com)
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- Electrical injuries affect more than 30,000 people a year in the United States and result in about 1,000 deaths. (wikipedia.org)
- Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product-related incidents cost the nation more than $1 trillion annually. (cpsc.gov)
- Released in December 2019, the data is for injuries, illnesses and deaths that occurred in 2018. (ecmag.com)
- According to statistical data, 0.8-1% of accidental deaths are caused by an electric injury, with approximately one quarter caused by natural lightning . (medscape.com)
- Over 150 of these deaths and countless more serious injuries are consumer products related. (millerandzois.com)
- 4. Fortunately, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , there might be as many as 30,000 electrical injuries a year, but there are only about 350 deaths. (mistersparky.com)
- All models of Onewheel self-balancing electric skateboards are under recall after at least four deaths and multiple injuries were reported in recent years, federal regulators said last week. (kxan.com)
- The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has developed recommendations to prevent injuries and deaths while working with metal ladders. (cdc.gov)
- Getting shocked from touching an electrical outlet in the home or by a small appliance is rarely serious, but accidental exposure to high voltage causes about 300 deaths each year in the United States. (msdmanuals.com)
- How Does Electric Current Cause Serious Injuries and Deaths? (smithlawcenter.com)
- Within this industry, falls, slips, and trips and violence and other injuries by persons or animals each accounted for five worker deaths. (bls.gov)
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- According to the BLS, there were 2.8 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses (an incidence rate of 2.8) reported by private-industry employers in 2018, which is unchanged from 2017. (ecmag.com)
- Instead, an attorney will simply look out for your best interests after an injury in the workplace. (lundylaw.com)
- We have a esteemed history of handling difficult personal injury and workplace injury matters with proven results. (downtownlalaw.com)
- If you seek legal advice regarding your case contacts our workplace injury attorneys. (downtownlalaw.com)
- Electrical current exposes workers to a serious, widespread workplace hazard. (cdc.gov)
- The NTOF data are based on death certificates of workers 16 years or older who died from a traumatic injury in the workplace. (cdc.gov)
- The cost to society of a workplace fatality was estimated using the cost-of-illness approach, which combines direct and indirect costs to yield an overall cost of an occupational fatal injury. (cdc.gov)
- Because of this, it is difficult to fully track the occurrence of electrical shock in the workplace. (safetytalkideas.com)
- Discuss the electrical hazards and the mitigation actions for these hazards in your workplace with your supervisor or health and safety manager. (safetytalkideas.com)
- The most frequently used standard for workplace electrical safety is NFPA 70E, from the National Fire Protection Association. (hsseworld.com)
- In the United States, transportation incidents were also the most frequent fatal workplace event in 2012, accounting for 41 percent of fatal work injuries. (bls.gov)
- In Michigan, 77 percent of those who died from a workplace injury were white non-Hispanics. (bls.gov)
Shocks3
- Electric shocks occurring at work can lead to workers' compensation claims or, in certain cases, personal injury lawsuits. (millerandzois.com)
- At The Smith Law Center, our experienced Virginia trial lawyers represent people who suffered horrendous injuries from shocks and other sources. (smithlawcenter.com)
- Electric shocks and electrocutions are serious injuries involving electric currents. (usalaw.com)
Occupational injuries5
- Litigation concerning occupational injuries is to be expected, but law suits against practitioners in such cases are rare. (medscape.com)
- Number, Rate, and Costs of Fatal Occupational Injuries in the U.S. Utilities Industry by Selected Characteristics, 2003-2006. (cdc.gov)
- Fatal occupational injuries in the state have ranged from a high of 182 in 1999 to a low of 94 in 2009. (bls.gov)
- Nationwide, a preliminary total of 4,383 fatal work injuries were recorded in 2012, down from a revised count of 4,693 fatalities in 2011, according to results from the Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries (CFOI) program. (bls.gov)
- The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recently released a report based upon U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries (CFOI) data showing that 77% of the 325 contract worker electrocutions that occurred from 2012-2016 involved workers employed in the construction industry (NFPA 2018). (cdc.gov)
Currents4
- Many of these injuries are low-hazard cases where relatively low electrical currents cause ventricular fibrillation. (millerandzois.com)
- An increasing body of evidence from preclinical studies (in vitro 9-17 and in vivo animal trials 18-21 and studies of experimental wounds in healthy individuals 22,23 ) indicates that electrical currents promote wound healing. (nursingcenter.com)
- This book provides an introduction to the biological effects of electric currents and EMFs and the state of engineering and medical knowledge. (lawyersandjudges.com)
- A new treatment using electrical currents to stimulate the spinal cord helped patients with limited ability to use their arms and hands. (medlineplus.gov)
Workers17
- Workers' compensation is usually an exclusive remedy, but if the injury was caused by a third party's negligence or a willful violation of safety regulations by the employer, a separate lawsuit might be permissible. (millerandzois.com)
- If you or a loved one has suffered an electric shock injury, contact Lundy Law to learn what rights you may have under workers' compensation. (lundylaw.com)
- An experienced Tustin personal injury lawyer will be able to guide workers and families through their legal rights and options. (californiainjuryblog.com)
- What electrical hazards do workers face? (cdc.gov)
- This monograph summarizes surveillance data and investigative reports of fatal incidents involving workers who came into contact with electrical current. (cdc.gov)
- The attorneys at GWC Injury Lawyers have represented Illinois workers since 1977. (gwclaw.com)
- GWC attorneys handle workers' compensation cases involving all types of Illinois union members, including the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. (gwclaw.com)
- A wide array of Illinois workers are represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. (gwclaw.com)
- Although the majority of workers' compensation cases do not involve catastrophic injuries, it is still important to consult with an experienced attorney who is capable of handling your workers' compensation case in a diligent and thorough manner. (gwclaw.com)
- The Cost of Fatal Injuries to Civilian Workers in the US, 1992-2001 and Biddle E and Keane P [2011]. (cdc.gov)
- Construction workers face many electrical hazards on job sites, including the unpredictable movement of heavy equipment, adverse weather, improperly grounded power tools and working around hazardous overhead and buried high voltage power lines. (klezmermaudlin.com)
- It is not uncommon for workers to encounter older buildings at work sites that have electrical receptacles with only two slots and do not have a ground. (klezmermaudlin.com)
- When a strong electrical current jumps a gap in a circuit in a flashy display, a worker can suffer an arc burn if the current enters the workers body. (klezmermaudlin.com)
- Every year, workers, homeowners and people in the wrong place at the wrong time suffer electric shock injuries in Virginia and other states. (smithlawcenter.com)
- Every year, about 4,000 workers suffer electric shock injuries. (smithlawcenter.com)
- Our legal team at Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers, handles all aspects of your workers' compensation case as we seek to recover maximum compensation for your damages and injuries. (usalaw.com)
- Wage and salary workers were most often fatally injured by transportation incidents and self employed workers by violence and other injuries by persons or animals. (bls.gov)
Hazards10
- Avoid electrical hazards at home and at work. (medlineplus.gov)
- The bolt on the electric scooter can come loose causing the suspension and wheel assembly to separate, posing fall and injury hazards. (cpsc.gov)
- The mechanical disc brake calipers located on the front and rear of the e-bike can fail resulting in loss of control, posing crash and injury hazards to the rider. (cpsc.gov)
- If the hazards in the roadway are due to maintenance issues by a negligent property owner, victims might be able to pursue compensation for any injuries sustained while operating the scooter. (herrlingclark.com)
- The manual is designed to engage the learner in recognizing, evaluating, and controlling hazards associated with electrical work. (cdc.gov)
- Whether you are in general industry, construction, or even farming, electrical hazards are present. (safetytalkideas.com)
- It is important to be able to recognize the electrical hazards around you. (safetytalkideas.com)
- This talk only discussed injury statistics, common electrical hazards, and how electrical shock occurs. (safetytalkideas.com)
- It is important to understand how to mitigate electrical hazards. (safetytalkideas.com)
- What are some electrical hazards present on site? (safetytalkideas.com)
Cardiac6
- A severe electrical shock may impact the heart, causing an abnormal rhythm or even triggering cardiac arrest , which can be fatal. (maritimeinjurycenter.com)
- However, the protective effect of dapagliflozin against sepsis -induced cardiac injury and the underlying mechanism needs to be studied. (bvsalud.org)
- Echocardiography and electrophysiological studies were performed to detect changes in cardiac function and electrical activity. (bvsalud.org)
- Dapagliflozin improved cardiac dysfunction and reduced the susceptibility to ventricular arrhythmias in sepsis rats by ameliorating cardiac inflammation , suppressing cardiomyocyte apoptosis , and alleviating ventricular electrical remodeling . (bvsalud.org)
- Dapagliflozin ameliorated sepsis -induced cardiac injury by suppressing electrical remodeling and cardiomyocyte apoptosis , which could be attributed to the PI3K/Akt pathway. (bvsalud.org)
- Transient delivery of electrical current causes a momentary depolarization of most cardiac cells allowing the sinus node to resume normal pacemaker activity. (medscape.com)
Although relatively uncommon1
- Electrical injuries, although relatively uncommon, are inevitably encountered by most emergency physicians. (medscape.com)
Occurs6
- In addition, electric shock can lead to death depending on the severity of the shock and where it occurs in the body. (lundylaw.com)
- When an electric shock injury occurs on the job, you are eligible for worker's compensation under Pennsylvania law. (lundylaw.com)
- An electrical injury occurs when a current passes through the body, interfering with the function of an internal organ or sometimes burning tissue. (msdmanuals.com)
- Electrical shock occurs when a person becomes part of an electrical circuit, and the current passes through their body. (safetytalkideas.com)
- An electrical injury occurs when you come in contact with an electrical current. (maritimeinjurycenter.com)
- An electric shock occurs when a victim makes contact with an exposed electric circuit or an object they touch suddenly becomes electrified. (smithlawcenter.com)
20193
- According to the Electrical Safety Foundation International , there were 166 fatal electrical injuries in 2019. (safetytalkideas.com)
- There were a total of 1,900 electrical injuries that required days away from work in 2019. (safetytalkideas.com)
- (https://www.who.int/mental_health/neurology/epilepsy/report_2019/en/, accessed 12 October 2019). (who.int)
Fatalities4
- The construction industry experiences the majority of injuries and fatalities. (safetytalkideas.com)
- Violence and other injuries by persons or animals was the second most frequent type of event nationally, with 17 percent of work-related fatalities, 14 percentage points lower than the share in Michigan. (bls.gov)
- Violence and other injuries by persons or animals made up one-third of these fatalities. (bls.gov)
- Introduction Every year, drill rigs and other heavy, specialty equipment used for deep foundation construction (Figure 1) overturn potentially causing injuries and fatalities, as well as damage to the surrounding sites. (cdc.gov)
Transcutaneous electrical3
- Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) currently is one of the most commonly used forms of electroanalgesia. (medscape.com)
- A transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) unit consists of 1 or more electrical-signal generators, a battery, and a set of electrodes. (medscape.com)
- Effects of visual illusion and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation on neuropathic pain in patients with spinal cord injury: A randomised controlled cross-over trial. (bvsalud.org)
Voltage14
- In cases of exposure to high voltages, such as on a power transmission tower, direct contact may not be necessary as the voltage may "jump" the air gap to the electrical device. (wikipedia.org)
- Grounded sites of low-voltage injury on the feet. (medscape.com)
- [ 1 ] Classifications of electrical injuries generally focus on the power source (lightning or electrical), voltage (high or low voltage), and type of current (alternating or direct), each of which is associated with certain injury patterns. (medscape.com)
- The voltage (V) represents the magnitude of this potential difference and is usually determined by the electrical source. (medscape.com)
- The type and extent of an electrical injury is determined by voltage, current strength, resistance to flow, the duration of contact with the source, the pathway of flow, and the type of current (ie, direct or alternating). (medscape.com)
- Electrical injuries are typically divided into high-voltage and low-voltage injuries, using 500V or 1000V as the cutoff. (medscape.com)
- Do not get within 20 feet (6 meters) of a person who is being electrocuted by high-voltage electrical current (such as power lines) until the power is turned off. (medlineplus.gov)
- Electric voltage of 380 volts or less is considered low voltage and above 380 volts, high voltage. (medscape.com)
- The tree trimmer, who is employed with a private company, was working near electrical wires using a pole with a saw at the end of it when it touched a high-voltage power line causing the man to be shocked. (californiainjuryblog.com)
- High voltage causes more severe injuries than low voltage and is more likely to cause internal damage. (msdmanuals.com)
- A person becomes part of a circuit when they are in contact with an electrical current and a ground or an electrical current and another electrical current with a different voltage. (safetytalkideas.com)
- The severity of the injuries depend on several factors, including the amount of current and voltage, where it passes through the body, how long you are exposed to the current, and how quickly you can be treated. (maritimeinjurycenter.com)
- High and low voltage injuries. (maritimeinjurycenter.com)
- Any injury caused by a current over 500 Volts is considered high-voltage. (maritimeinjurycenter.com)
Lawyer1
- Even if you were unemployed a Personal Injury Lawyer may be able to procure lost wages damages by demonstrating what you could have earned but for your injury. (downtownlalaw.com)
Nerve12
- This study was carried out to evaluate the effects of local stimulation by direct electrical current on healing of surgically created nerve injuries in rabbits. (vin.com)
- Group 2) Sciatic nerve was crushed surgically in one limb and treated for 4 weeks with direct electrical current (15 microA. (vin.com)
- electrical stimulation applied on experimental nerve injuries for 4 weeks may promote the process of nerve healing in rabbits. (vin.com)
- A severe, grade 2 or grade 3 injury may result in the temporary cessation of blood flow to the nerve, resulting in nerve damage. (livestrong.com)
- Nerve injury following ankle sprains and breaks may be the most difficult and slowest healing component of the ankle. (livestrong.com)
- Nerve damage from a shock may cause a spinal cord injury, paralysis, or chronic pain. (maritimeinjurycenter.com)
- TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator). (medscape.com)
- The electrical stimuli on the skin preferentially activate low-threshold, myelinated nerve fibers. (medscape.com)
- Introduction and hypothesis: Bilateral pelvic nerve injury (BPNI) is a model of post-radical hysterectomy neuropraxia, a common sequela. (lu.se)
- Results: Bilateral pelvic nerve injury caused larger bladders with less SM content and increased collagen type 1α1 and 3α1 gene expression. (lu.se)
- Conclusions: Bilateral pelvic nerve injury increased bladder size, impaired contractility, and decreased SM and autonomic innervation. (lu.se)
- Therapeutic strategies preventing nerve injury-mediated decline in neuronal input and SM content may prevent the development of a neurogenic bladder and improve quality of life after invasive pelvic surgery. (lu.se)
Lawyers3
- Jason Stone Injury Lawyers has advocated for victims like you for almost 20 years. (stoneinjurylawyers.com)
- Call us or start a live chat to schedule a free case consultation with a Jason Stone Injury Lawyers legal team member. (stoneinjurylawyers.com)
- The legal team at GWC Injury Lawyers has years of experience representing injured union members, including members of the IBEW. (gwclaw.com)
Arcs2
- In the mining industry the largest single injury category of electrical injuries are caused by non-contact electrical arcs. (cdc.gov)
- In demonstrated that electrical arcs are highly unpredictable addition to direct personal injury from these hot metals, arc and variable in occurrence, energy, path, and duration (Jones blasts can throw a worker against nearby objects or walls, et al. (cdc.gov)
Neurological1
- Common causes include prenatal or perinatal injuries, congenital abnormalities or brain malformations, head injuries, stroke, neurological infections such as meningitis, encephalitis and neurocysticercosis, and brain tumours. (who.int)
20185
- A limited study, the first of its kind, reviewed scooter-related injuries of 249 patients at two Los Angeles-area emergency rooms - Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center in Westwood and UCLA Medical Center in Santa Monica - from September 2017 to August 2018. (latimes.com)
- There were 900,380 injuries or illnesses that caused a worker to miss at least one day of work in 2018, which is also essentially unchanged from 2017. (ecmag.com)
- At the same time, the incidence rate in construction for these types of injuries decreased from 3.1 in 2017 to 3.0 in 2018. (ecmag.com)
- According to the BLS, there were 5,250 fatal work injuries recorded in 2018, which is a 2% increase from the 5,147 recorded in 2017. (ecmag.com)
- In construction, the number of fatal work injuries increased from 971 in 2017 to 1,008 in 2018. (ecmag.com)
Thermal3
- A new website from the National Occupational Research Agenda (NORA) Manufacturing Sector Council features ways in which businesses and companies can safeguard employees from the release of hazardous energy (any source of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, thermal, or other energy) during service and maintenance activities. (cdc.gov)
- 2000). causing secondary injuries such as blunt force trauma, cuts, Arc faults give off thermal radiation and bright, intense and abrasions. (cdc.gov)
- Loss of the functional skin such as muscle, nerves, blood vessels and barrier after thermal injury results in in- bone despite the absence of a major cutane- creased susceptibility to infection, which is ous injury. (who.int)
Paralysis2
- Spinal cord injury (SCI) can result in paralysis of trunk muscles, which can affect sitting balance. (researchgate.net)
- The electrical current causes paralysis of the heart and respiratory system. (usalaw.com)
Spinal cord6
- Severe spinal cord injury in humans leads to a progressive neuronal dysfunction in the chronic stage of the injury. (nih.gov)
- Here, we hypothesize that undirected compensatory plasticity within neural systems caudal to a severe spinal cord injury contributes to the development of neuronal dysfunction in the chronic stage of the injury. (nih.gov)
- Analyses of circuit, fibre and synapse density in segments caudal to the spinal cord injury revealed an extensive, lamina-specific remodelling of neuronal networks in response to the interruption of supraspinal input. (nih.gov)
- 1 After sustaining a spinal cord injury (SCI), denervation of trunk muscles can dramatically impair seated balance control and severely limit range of stability. (researchgate.net)
- Context Recovery of seated balance is a rehabilitation priority for people with motor-complete spinal cord injury (mcSCI). (researchgate.net)
- More than 250,000 Americans live with spinal cord injuries. (medlineplus.gov)
Negligence of another3
- Documentation such as a police report or hospital bill can be necessary in order to receive compensation for injuries caused by the negligence of another driver. (herrlingclark.com)
- After an injury due to the negligence of another you are entitled to any income you lost. (downtownlalaw.com)
- If the negligence of another party causes your electric shock injuries, that party may be liable in a lawsuit. (smithlawcenter.com)
Seizures2
- If your dog has suffered seizures with electrical shock, you shouldn't touch him. (articlesfactory.com)
- It is characterized by abnormal electrical activity in the brain, causing seizures or unusual behaviour, sensations and sometimes loss of awareness. (who.int)
Severe injuries2
- Electrical injury is frequently associated with explosions or falls that can cause additional severe injuries. (medlineplus.gov)
- When your body comes into contact with an electrical current, it can cause severe injuries to your internal organs. (usalaw.com)
Attorneys4
- Part I explains what forensic electrical engineers do and how they can assist attorneys in handling electrical injury cases. (lawyersandjudges.com)
- Bisnar Chase Personal Injury Attorneys provides the California Injury Blog as a public service for general information only. (californiainjuryblog.com)
- Bisnar Chase Personal Injury Attorneys and all contributing authors expressly disclaim all liability to any person with respect to the contents of this website, and with respect to any act or failure to act made on reliance on any material contained herein. (californiainjuryblog.com)
- No matter which type of burn injury is involved, our attorneys know how to help you pursue the compensation to which you are entitled. (williamswalshandoconnor.com)
Physical modalities1
- In recent years, an increasing number of studies have investigated the influence of physical modalities such as electrical stimulation (ES) on wound healing. (nursingcenter.com)
Head injuries1
- About 40% of patients had head injuries, and almost 32% suffered broken bones. (latimes.com)
Brain1
- Shepherd Center has noticed rising electric scooter-related injuries, with 44% of them brain injuries . (shepherd.org)
Systematic Review1
- To summarize evidence regarding the use of electrical stimulation for pressure injury (PI) management with a systematic review of randomized clinical trials. (nursingcenter.com)
Prevention2
- By participating in a clinical research study at Shepherd Center, you can contribute to and improve care for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of complex injuries and illnesses. (shepherd.org)
- 7. Electrical shock prevention is remarkably simple. (mistersparky.com)
Accident11
- It also covers electrical codes and standards, basic electrical systems, and reconstructing the electrical accident. (lawyersandjudges.com)
- Part II covers the medical aspects of electrical injuries, including the consequences of electrical injury on the body, EKGs and pacemakers, accident reconstruction in electrical injury cases, common sources of electrical injury, and relevant medical literature. (lawyersandjudges.com)
- It gives the attorney, engineer and accident reconstructionist a valuable resource for investigating, evaluating and settling or litigating claims arising from electrical injuries. (lawyersandjudges.com)
- If you have suffered such an injury in a fire, chemical spill or electrical accident, you may have a long road to recovery ahead of you. (williamswalshandoconnor.com)
- After an accident, riders are often left with severe or even life-threatening injuries. (stoneinjurylawyers.com)
- If someone else's negligence caused an electric scooter accident that led to you being injured, contact our law firm today. (stoneinjurylawyers.com)
- The path through the body that the current takes during an electrical accident determines the injuries and severity. (maritimeinjurycenter.com)
- The type of damage, the symptoms, and the lasting complications of an electrical accident vary depending on the above factors. (maritimeinjurycenter.com)
- The most common type of injury from an electrical accident is a burn on the skin . (maritimeinjurycenter.com)
- If you have been seriously injured in an electrical accident, you may require a lengthy recovery and lose a substantial amount of income. (klezmermaudlin.com)
- We will review the details of your work-related construction electrical accident and explain your legal options during a free consultation. (klezmermaudlin.com)
Consequences3
- This article describes the consequences of accidental contact with commercial electric current and delineates principles involved in burn care. (medscape.com)
- Managing the issues and consequences of an electrical injury can be overwhelming. (usalaw.com)
- In addition, there could be consequences that are not known for years after an electric shock. (usalaw.com)
Ventricular1
- In the presence of reentrant-induced arrhythmia, such as paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT) and ventricular tachycardia (VT), electrical cardioversion interrupts the self-perpetuating circuit and restores a sinus rhythm. (medscape.com)
Internal organs2
- An electrical injury, (electric injury) or electrical shock (electric shock) is damage sustained to the skin or internal organs on direct contact with an electric current. (wikipedia.org)
- An electrical injury is damage to the skin or internal organs when a person comes into direct contact with an electrical current. (medlineplus.gov)
Shock injury3
- There are any number of ways that someone else's carelessness, negligence or inattention could lead to an electric shock injury. (lundylaw.com)
- Unfortunately, employers often incorrectly calculate compensation, which is why you need to speak to an attorney after an electric shock injury. (lundylaw.com)
- What Can You Claim If You Suffer an Electric Shock Injury in Virginia? (smithlawcenter.com)
Cause severe1
- Which means that the dummy slides forward, beneath the lap belt, and that causes the lap belt to slide up over the pelvis and into the abdominal region which can cause severe internal injuries," Harkey explained. (myfox8.com)
Consultation1
- Contact a Green Bay personal injury attorney at 920-739-7366 for a free initial consultation. (herrlingclark.com)
Injured while using an elec1
- If you have been injured while using an electric scooter, you may be able to receive compensation from the negligent party or parties, including a manufacturer of a defective e-scooter or a driver who struck you. (herrlingclark.com)
Symptoms2
- Following an electrical injury from household current, if a person has no symptoms, no underlying heart problems, and is not pregnant further testing is not required. (wikipedia.org)
- If you have suffered any of the above symptoms of electric shock seek medical attention immediately. (downtownlalaw.com)
Compensation6
- A victim may also be entitled to compensation for any missed work or reduction in wages resulting from their injuries. (herrlingclark.com)
- The knowledgeable team at Herrling Clark Law Firm, Ltd. can help you understand your options for seeking damages, and we will work with you to ensure that you receive the full and fair compensation you deserve for your injuries. (herrlingclark.com)
- Even if the injury was caused by your negligence or that of a co-worker, you are eligible for compensation for lost wages, medical bills and other costs you may incur as a result of your injury. (lundylaw.com)
- With a difficult journey like this ahead, it is important to get the caring and competent legal assistance you need as you seek just compensation for your injuries. (williamswalshandoconnor.com)
- We will look for compensation from unorthodox, 3rd party part manufacturers of defective products and whoever may be at fault and responsible for your injuries. (downtownlalaw.com)
- If you suffer an electrical injury on the job, make sure you know your rights and seek the guidance of a professional experienced with maritime law to ensure you get the compensation you are owed. (maritimeinjurycenter.com)
Scooters6
- Over the last few years, cities across America have experienced sudden downpours of shared electric scooters, piling up almost overnight on curbs, sidewalks and frontyards from Los Angeles to Atlanta. (latimes.com)
- This recall involves the Apollo Phantom V1, V2 and 60V Electric Scooters models. (cpsc.gov)
- Learn more about the dangers of electric scooters and how to practice electric scooter safety. (shepherd.org)
- A recent transportation trend has seen people of all ages begin to use electric scooters, also known as e-scooters, to travel in cities throughout the United States. (herrlingclark.com)
- Electric or motorized scooters are a more efficient way to get around compared to walking. (herrlingclark.com)
- Electric scooters provide people with a fun and economical way to get around. (stoneinjurylawyers.com)
Severity of the injury1
- Depending on the severity of the injury, other compounds may be needed (bicarbonate, mannitol , and diuretics). (emedicinehealth.com)
ABSTRACT2
- abstract = "In the North Sea flatfish fishery, electric pulse trawls have been introduced to replace the conventional mechanical method. (wur.nl)
- ABSTRACT To assess injuries among 1125 preschool children in Damascus, and to investigate the risk factors, a retrospective home survey of childhood injuries for a period of 12 months was carried out in 4 areas of residence: agricultural rural, non-agricultural rural, periurban and urban. (who.int)
Broken bones1
- A severe shock may also cause significant muscle contractions and spasms that cause a person to fall and suffer further injuries, like broken bones or dislocated joints. (maritimeinjurycenter.com)
Occurrence2
- Swelling is a common occurrence immediately following ankle injury as the body responds to tissue damage and begins clearing out debris. (livestrong.com)
- Homes should be a haven of safety for To date, most research has been con- young children, nevertheless, they represent ducted in industrialized countries, and only the most frequent site of injury occurrence. (who.int)
Inflict1
- The field strength at the lateral boundaries of the trawl was too low to inflict injuries in cod. (wur.nl)
Pulses2
- citation needed] Short single DC pulses induce VF dependent on the amount of charge (in mC) transferred to the body, which makes the amplitude of the electrical stimulus independent of the exact amount of current flowing through the body for very short pulse durations. (wikipedia.org)
- We describe the design and electrical properties of pulse trawls currently in use and study the behavioural response and injuries in cod exposed to electrical pulses under controlled conditions. (wur.nl)
Fatal work injuries4
- Fatal work injuries totaled 127 in 2012 for Michigan, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. (bls.gov)
- Of the 127 fatal work injuries reported in Michigan in 2012, 42 resulted from transportation incidents and 40 from violence and other injuries by persons or animals. (bls.gov)
- In the violence and other injuries by persons or animals category, intentional injury by person resulted in 38 fatal work injuries. (bls.gov)
- Management occupations had the highest number of fatal work injuries with 22. (bls.gov)
Experiencing an electric shock1
- The life and death of your dog after experiencing an electric shock depend on your knowledge and preparedness. (articlesfactory.com)