Electrocutions/Explosions

Wagstaff & Cartmell has attorneys experienced in cases arising from injuries – including electrocutions and electrical burns – that involve electrical transmission lines, transformers, transfer stations, or products that use electricity. Marc Erickson has served as lead litigation counsel for some of the largest providers of electricity in the region in catastrophic injury and death cases involving electricutions and other electricity-induced injuries. The firm has also represented individuals and families in claims of catastrophic injury and death caused by electricity. Similarly, Wagstaff & Cartmell has represented propane and natural gas providers in cases involving explosions and gas-related fires.

After any incident in which electricity or gas has caused serious injury or property damage, a prompt and thorough investigation of the facts surrounding the incident is essential. Wagstaff & Cartmell has experience leading and participating in such investigations, including quickly finding and retaining expert consultants when necessary to study any particular aspects of an incident that require specialized knowledge or training to evaluate and understand.

If you would like to speak to a lawyer at Wagstaff & Cartmell about our experience handling cases involving electrocutions and explosions, call (816) 701-1100. We offer free initial consultations. We handle most plaintiff’s cases on a contingency fee and most defense cases on an hourly basis, but we are willing to discuss alternative billing arrangements as well.