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Suffering an electric shock at work can change your life in seconds — leaving you frightened, injured, and unsure of what to do next. At Claims24hours, we help workers who were put at risk because their employer failed to keep them safe. If your accident could have been avoided with proper checks, training, or equipment, you may be entitled to compensation.
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Electric Shock at Work Claims — Understanding Your Rights
Electricity powers every modern workplace — factories, warehouses, offices, construction sites, restaurants, retail units, and even home-working setups. But when employers fail to maintain safe electrical systems, even a small fault can lead to a serious electric shock injury. At Claims24hours, we support workers who have suffered avoidable electrical accidents and need expert guidance through the compensation process.
Electric shocks can occur at low voltages and still cause deep internal injuries, burns, nerve damage, heart complications, or long-term psychological trauma. Many victims also suffer secondary injuries after falling from ladders, scaffolding, or platforms during the shock. When this happens, employers must be held accountable — especially when the accident happened due to poor safety measures, faulty equipment, or ignored hazards.
Can You Claim for an Electric Shock at Work?
If you suffered an electrical injury at work, there is a strong chance that your employer failed to meet their legal duty of care. Most electric shock accidents happen because:
Equipment wasn’t properly maintained
Electrical faults were ignored
Wires were exposed
Work areas lacked safety checks
Even if you are unsure whether the accident was your employer’s fault, Claims24hours can investigate your situation and explain your options clearly. You can claim for:
Minor and severe electric shocks
Electrical burns
Internal organ damage
Heart rhythm complications
Long-term nerve damage
Psychological effects such as anxiety, PTSD, or fear of returning to work
Compensation can help with lost earnings, medical costs, ongoing care, and the long-term impact on your life.
What If You Think the Accident Was Partly Your Fault?
Many injured workers hesitate to claim because they believe they might have contributed to the accident. This is common — but often wrong. Employers must prove you were responsible, not the other way around. Even if you were partly at fault, you may still receive compensation through a “shared responsibility” claim, where the settlement is reduced but still awarded.
Never assume you can’t claim. Speak to Claims24hours so we can evaluate your situation properly.
Common Causes of Electric Shock Accidents in the Workplace
Most electric shock injuries happen because health and safety rules were not followed. Common causes include:
- Poorly maintained machinery and tools
- Damaged cables, sockets, plugs, or extension leads
- Water or liquids near electrical equipment
- Unsafe isolation procedures
- Lack of safety signage
- Inadequate employee training
- Failure to check equipment used by home-based workers
Even environments not directly related to electrical work — such as factories, food processing plants, paint shops, or chemical sites — can become high-risk if explosive atmospheres or fine dust are present.
Visitors, contractors, and nearby colleagues can also be injured, especially when attempting to help the first victim.
Are Electrical Burns Covered by Compensation Claims?
Yes — electrical burns are fully covered under workplace accident compensation claims, and they are treated as high-severity injuries because of the deep, long-lasting damage they can cause. Unlike ordinary burns, electrical burns often damage tissues beneath the skin, affecting nerves, muscles, tendons, and sometimes internal organs. Even small contact points can lead to significant internal injury, meaning the true extent isn’t always visible at first.
Electrical burns often happen when:
- Equipment is faulty, poorly maintained, or not inspected
- Exposed wires or live conductors are left unprotected
- Machinery malfunctions or produces an unexpected surge
- Work is carried out on live systems without proper isolation
- Employers fail to provide essential protective gear
Electrical explosions or arc flashes can also cause thermal burns, flash burns, and deep tissue injuries, sometimes requiring surgery, skin grafts, or long-term rehabilitation.
Compensation for electrical burn injuries can help cover:
- Emergency medical treatment and ongoing care
- Scarring and long-term nerve damage
- Psychological trauma
- Loss of earnings and reduced work capability
- Rehabilitation and specialist therapy
If the injury could have been prevented with proper maintenance, training, or risk control, you may have a valid claim. Claims24hours can assess your situation, gather evidence, and help you pursue the compensation you deserve.
Employer Responsibilities Under UK Law
Your employer must protect you from electrical risks. This includes:
- Routine inspections of electrical systems
- Replacing or repairing faulty equipment
- Providing appropriate PPE
- Ensuring safe isolation procedures
- Maintaining compliance with the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989
- Regular risk assessments and training for all staff
- Making home-working environments safe when company equipment is used
When these responsibilities are ignored, electric shock accidents become far more likely — and the employer becomes liable.
Electric Shock Injuries While Working From Home
Many workers still use company-issued laptops, chargers, screens, and equipment at home. Employers are legally required to ensure this equipment is safe and suitable for home use. If a device overheats, sparks, or delivers a shock, you may be able to claim compensation.
Claims24hours helps home-working employees understand their rights and secure the compensation they deserve.
How to Start Your Electric Shock Accident Claim
Starting your claim with Claims24hours is simple:
Contact our team for a free, confidential assessment.
Tell us what happened and share any evidence you have — photos, medical reports, witness details, or accident book entries.
We connect you with specialist personal injury solicitors who handle your case on a no win, no fee basis.
You pay nothing upfront, and legal fees only apply if your claim is successful.
Your solicitor will gather evidence, arrange medical assessments, prove employer negligence, and work to secure the maximum compensation possible.
Why You Should Make a Chemical Injury Claim
Chemical injuries can leave lifelong physical and emotional scars. You may experience:
- Disfigurement and visible scars
- Psychological trauma, anxiety, or depression
- Chronic pain
- Difficulty working or returning to your job
- Loss of independence
- Limitations in everyday activities
If the injury wasn’t your fault, you should not bear the financial or emotional burden alone. A compensation claim allows you to rebuild your life and access the treatment and support you need.
No Win No Fee Chemical Injury Claims
At Claims 24 Hours, we work on a no win, no fee basis, meaning:
- No upfront costs
- No hidden charges
- You only pay if your case is successful
If we don’t win your case, you pay nothing.
You risk nothing — and could gain the support, justice, and compensation you deserve.
Start Your Chemical Injury Claim Today
If you’ve suffered a chemical injury within the last three years, you may be eligible to claim. Our legal team is ready to guide you with expert advice and a stress-free claims process.
Call now: +44 20 7043 3779
Your health, recovery, and future matter — let us fight for your rights.