Burn Injuries from Electrocution & Chemical Exposure
Advocating for Injured Clients Throughout Seattle, Kirkland, Bellevue, Everett, and the Greater Washington State Area
Have you been burned, electrocuted, or otherwise harmed in a serious accident? Chemical exposure, burn injuries, electrical issues, and fires can cause substantial harm, which is why it’s so important to consider your legal rights after you’ve been wrongfully injured. These incidents can occur in the workplace or at home and can vary in severity. A downed electrical wire could cause a major house fire, or an errant firework could find its way into the hands of young children. In any case, these types of accidents can be very damaging, and if your incident was caused by someone else’s negligence, you have a right to speak up.
Let Attorney Lindquist Help You
Attorney Robert Kornfeld has successfully represented numerous personal injury cases involving burns, electrocution, chemical exposure, and the like. He understands how traumatizing these types of incidents can be, which is why he aims to handle every case efficiently and thoroughly so that you can get back on your feet after obtaining the compensation you deserve. Medical expenses can be astronomical, especially if your injuries require ongoing treatment. Attorney Kornfeld can help build a solid case in your favor in order to secure the compensation you need to pay for your medical care, recover your lost wages and to provide for your family as each of you may require.
Cases We’ve Handled
Rob recently represented the estate of a deceased cable installer who sustained fatal electrical burns in a workplace accident that injured several others. Lindquist & Kornfeld represented the man on behalf of his surviving wife and their two children, and he also represented a surviving coworker, in a contentious multi-party litigation.
On May 21, 2007, the plaintiffs were at work installing cable by strapping fiber optic cable to an existing cable, which was strung between Puget Sound Energy (PSE) utility poles. Unfortunately, trees had grown over the existing lines, denying the workers access to complete their work. Ultimately, a decision was made to raise the boom lift up a bit higher and bring the basket down onto the branch in order to push the overgrown foliage out of the way. This was supposed to grant the workers access to the cable so that they could continue attaching the conduit. At some point during the process, the operator lost his bearings and raised the lift too high, making contact with the three-phase distribution lines owned by PSE. The owner of the property failed to disengage and turn off this power before allowing the workers to work on site.
One worker was killed and a second was seriously injured. When the workers struck the power lines up above the trees, the injured worker sustained severe burns all over his body. Attorney Rob Kornfeld represented the family of the decedent in a wrongful death case and he represented the surviving coworker. After a challenging legal battle, the case settled on the first day of trial, October 11, 2010, for more than $2 million.
Our Proven Results
Our top priority is to devise customized legal strategies that are tailored to the unique legal needs of our clients, no matter how simple or complicated their situations, might be.
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Confidential Settlement Medical Malpractice
John Doe v. John & Jane Doe, M.D.: John Doe’s below the knee amputation resulted from the failure of the health care provider to properly care for and treat a diabetic foot ulcer, which led to total contact casting. The health care provider negligently asked the patient to return in 2 weeks rather than 3-5 days to check the cast and the foot. The delay caused a loss of blood flow and circulation to his foot. Gangrene set in, making amputation necessary.
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$225,000 Age Discrimination
Age Discrimination and Wrongful Termination: 62 Year old woman employed by insurance company for over 25 years years is replaced by younger and less skilled worker because of her age and her inability to be treated equally as younger workers. Our client claimed she was constructively discharged and was forced to quit. Settlement short of trial was for $225,000.
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$300,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
Witter v. Fireman’s Fund: Mr. Witter suffered from a fractured wrist and faced multiple wrist surgeries in the future caused from progressive post-traumatic arthritis.
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$750,000 Medical Malpractice
The Estate of Jane Doe v. Hospital: A retired patient went in for heart surgery and removal of an intra-aortic balloon pump from her femoral artery in her leg. After the IABP was removed, the client bled internally. The bleed was not timely diagnosed post-surgery and the patient bled to death.
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$600,000 Bus Accident
John Doe v. State of Washington, (King County Superior Court): Plaintiff hit by a Department of Transportation (DOT) vehicle while standing on the sidewalk. He underwent a shoulder arthroscopy and is living with the prospect of two hip replacements, in addition to the loss of his construction career.
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$5,200,000 Motor Vehicle Accident
We recovered $5.2 Million from the government for a woman who sustained a spine injury in a motor vehicle accident due to an unsafe and defective highway design.
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$1,350,000 Pedestrian Accident
A female pedestrian was knocked down by a vehicle in a Fred Meyer parking lot, suffering severe leg injuries that became life-threatening.
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$2,362,000 Medical Malpractice
Jane Doe v. Hospital and Dr. Radiologist (confidentiality) A doctor and hospital agreed to pay $1,900,000 and a health insurer agreed to waive recovery of subrogation reimbursement of $462,000 as a result of a radiologist’s failure to correctly read a MRI which, if correctly read in accordance with the standard of care, would have shown a posterior communicating aneurysm and which was treatable.
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Jon Doe v. John Doe Entity: A young adolescent was injured in a playful accident and presented to the emergency department at a hospital. X-rays were read as negative by PA. The child was sent home and allowed to walk on foot causing post-traumatic arthritis and eventually 4 joint fusion in the foot.
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Legal Advocacy for Injuries Caused by Chemical Burns, Fireworks & Fire
Over the years, Rob Kornfeld has handled several cases dealing with children injured by fireworks and other burn injuries. Recently, he represented the family of a child injured in a gasoline accident. Two 11-year-old boys were playing with gasoline, and at some point a fire sparked, causing one of the children to suffer serious injuries. The case dealt with an insurance policy limit recovery for the minor child, who underwent reconstructive surgery and had to have skin grafting procedures on his leg. The case settled for $350,000, including policy limits.
Cases Involving Toxic Chemical Exposure
Exposure to toxic chemicals can happen anywhere, as much as we hate to believe it. Individuals who work in chemical and plastic manufacturing, mining, refineries, or other factory settings are especially susceptible to toxic exposure. These environments often expose workers to asbestos, harsh chemicals, or pesticides, which can cause major health problems, both short term and long term.
At home, some of the potential hazards include:
- Cleaning products
- Pesticides
- Paints
- Asbestos
In some cases, residential areas in close proximity to chemical plants, refineries or gas stations could also suffer health issues as a result. A few of the effects of short-term exposure include dizziness, headaches, shortness of breath, nausea, and skin rashes. Long-term exposure can cause chronic or fatal diseases, including cancer, birth defects, or neurological damage. Many of these side effects and illnesses can take years to develop, and they may be difficult to detect or treat.
What Makes Our Firm Unique
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40+ Years of
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No Fees Unless
We Win Your CaseOur clients can focus on healing while we fight for results—because we only get paid when you do.
Injured? Our Firm Can Help
State and federal laws make it the responsibility of manufacturers and companies to provide everyone with safe products and a safe working environment. Should injuries occur, compensation might cover the cost of cleanup of the chemical substance, as well as medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Attorney Rob Kornfeld also handles burn cases involving children or burns caused to adults in the workplace, such as electric shock or burns produced by power lines through acts of negligence by third parties.
If you or a loved one has suffered a serious burn or electric shock injury or if they were exposed to harmful chemicals, our personal injury lawyer, Neil Lindquist, is here to help.
Contact Lindquist & Kornfeld to speak with our legal team. We accept cases in Kirkland, Bellevue, Seattle, Everett, and the Greater Washington State Area. Plus, we take out-of-state cases. Call (425) 657-5255 today for a free consultation, or email Neil at Neil@Kornfeldlaw.com for a quick answer to your legal questions.
