Electrocution Injury Lawyer in Woodland Hills

Gary Rodich Knows How Insurers Fight Electrical Injury Claims. We Use That Against Them.

Electrical injuries are among the most medically complex workers’ compensation claims an injured worker can face. Internal damage to nerves and heart tissue often doesn’t show up on an initial exam, which gives insurers an opening to dispute or undervalue what happened. At Rodich Law, our founding attorney Gary Rodich draws on his background working for insurance companies and serving as a Pro Tem Judge to recognize those tactics and counter them. We represent injured workers across Woodland Hills and Southern California and charge no fee unless we achieve a favorable outcome.

With five decades of combined experience navigating California’s workers’ compensation system, we’ve helped workers from nearly every sector: industrial workers, construction crews, hospital staff, police officers, teachers, and those in entertainment and general labor, among others. From completing your initial claim form to representing you before the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board, we help make sure no client goes through this process without support.

If you or a family member suffered an electrical injury at work, contact Rodich Law today at (818) 403-3737 for a free case evaluation. There’s no fee unless we win.

Why Electrical Injuries Are Medically Serious

Electrical current passing through the body causes damage far beyond what’s visible at first. Electrical burns are common, particularly to the hands, arms, feet, and face, and they can range from surface-level to deep-tissue injury depending on voltage and duration. More critically, an electric shock can trigger cardiac arrest by disrupting the heart’s rhythm. If the shock causes a fall or a worker strikes their head, traumatic brain injury is also a real risk.

One important distinction: electrocution technically refers to a fatal electrical injury, while electric shock describes a non-fatal one. Both are recognized injury types under California workers’ compensation. Either way, a worker who feels fine immediately after a shock should still seek medical evaluation. Nerve damage, neurological effects, and heart complications can surface days or weeks after the incident, and a delayed diagnosis often creates problems later in the claim.

Common Causes of Workplace Electrical Injuries

Most workplace electrical incidents trace back to faulty or damaged equipment, inadequate wiring, or unsafe conditions near energized sources. Overloaded circuits, poor connections, and deteriorating wire insulation are among the leading causes of on-the-job electric shock. Workers who dig near buried electrical lines face particular risk if they strike and break them. Contact with defective machinery or energized parts is another frequent source of injury.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration identifies electrocution as one of the “fatal four” leading causes of construction fatalities, but it isn’t a construction-only hazard. Power line workers, factory workers, painting contractors, pipeline workers, tree trimmers, and maintenance workers are all routinely exposed. Even office workers can be hurt by faulty wiring or damaged equipment.

Benefits Available After a Workplace Electrical Injury in California

California’s workers’ compensation system is no-fault, which means you don’t need to prove your employer was negligent to qualify for benefits. A claim can cover two-thirds of lost wages through temporary disability benefits, full medical treatment costs, and permanent disability benefits if the injury causes lasting impairment.

When a worker dies from an electrical injury, the family may be eligible for death benefits covering funeral expenses, lost income, and related losses. If someone other than your employer contributed to the injury, such as a contractor, an equipment manufacturer, or a utility company, you may also have grounds for a separate third-party liability claim. That avenue may allow recovery of damages workers’ compensation alone doesn’t provide.

Steps to Take After an Electrical Injury at Work

The actions you take in the days following a workplace electric shock can significantly affect your claim. Seek medical evaluation immediately, even if you feel fine. Internal injuries aren’t always apparent right away, and documented medical records from the outset of your case are essential.

Under California law, a work-related electrical injury must generally be reported to your supervisor within 30 days. Waiting longer can harm your claim. Filing the DWC-1 claim form with your employer starts the formal workers’ compensation process, and the general deadline to file is one year from the date of injury, though exceptions exist. Consulting with our team promptly can help you avoid losing rights by missing a deadline.

Why Injured Workers Choose Rodich Law

Gary Rodich is a Board Certified Specialist in workers’ compensation law, a credential that reflects demonstrated depth in this specific area of practice. Before founding the firm, he worked for insurance companies and served as a Pro Tem Judge. That background means he understands how insurers evaluate and dispute claims from the inside, and he applies that perspective directly to the strategy he builds for each client.

Barry Rodich is a highly recognized workers’ compensation attorney who brings additional depth to the team. Together, they’ve built a record of recovering millions of dollars for injured workers across Southern California. Clients consistently point to two things: results and communication. We keep you informed at every stage and make sure you understand what’s happening with your case.

How We Handle Your Claim from Start to Finish

We begin by reviewing what happened, gathering your medical records, and making sure your DWC-1 form is completed accurately. From there, we communicate directly with the insurer on your behalf. When insurers try to minimize an electrical injury by pointing to a clean initial exam, we know how to document the delayed and internal effects those exams miss. If your claim is disputed, we represent you through hearings before the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board and, when necessary, in court.

Talk to a Woodland Hills Electrical Injury Attorney Today

A workplace electrical injury can affect your health, your income, and your family’s stability. Rodich Law offers free case evaluations so you can understand your options before committing to anything. Because we work on a no-fee-unless-successful basis, there’s no financial risk in making that call.

Contact Rodich Law at (818) 403-3737 to speak with our team about your electrical injury claim.