San Ysidro Resident Christian Arreola Seriously Injured In Electrical Accident While Working On His Home In Rosarito —> GoFundMe Created To Help Victim
SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA (April 2, 2022) – A San Ysidro man identified as Christian Arreola was seriously injured in an electrocution accident while working on the roof of his home.
San Diego county officials are saying that the accident took place at the victim’s home in Rosarito. Christian Arreola was electrocuted by some cable after making his way onto the roof.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the accident in order to help the victim. Christian Arreola was taken to UC San Diego’s hospital in Hillcrest with major injuries.
He was suffering from third degree burns w and may need to have his right hand amputated. Jacky Alatorre and Ashley Valdivia, high school friends of the victim, said that he remains in good spirits.
You can help support Christian Arreola through GoFundMe. According to the online fundraiser, “Nuestro compañero de estudios, y amigo de muchos años, Christian Arreola, que se distingue por su carisma y se caracteriza por ser una persona muy amigable así como por su altruismo lamentablemente sufrió un accidente donde fue electrocutado.”
Liability In San Diego County Electrocution Accidents
Thousands of people are killed or seriously injured in electrical accidents every year. According to Brubaker Inc., there are over 400 electrocutions and more than 4,000 non-fatal electrical injuries every year in the United States. Around 40% of these accidents are related to products and equipment used in the home. Around 20% of electrocutions are the result of wiring hazards such as exposed wiring across the home. The severity of a person’s injuries will depend largely on their level of exposure in milliamperes.
- 1mA: Victims will experience a slight tingling sensation
- 5mA: Victims will experience a slight shock which could be painful.
- 6mA – 16mA: Victims experience a painful shock and begin to lose muscle control.
- 17mA – 99mA: Victims experience extreme pain and severe muscle contractions. They may not be able to let go of the electrical source.
- 100mA – 2000mA: Victims experience severe ventricular fibrillation and nerve damage begins to occur.
- > 2000mA: Victims will experience cardiac arrest, organ damage and severe burns. Death is the probable outcome at this level of exposure.
Electrical wires can be extremely subtle and unimposing. They virtually never dance wildly and spark as they do in movies. In the vast majority of electrocutions, victims will never know that the wire they came in contact with was energized. This is why many people refer to exposed electrical wiring as a “silent killer.” Depending on the specific facts of any case, there could be numerous liable parties for an electrocution accident.
An electrical company such as Southern California Edison Co. could potentially be liable for an electrocution. All companies have a legal obligation to maintain their property and equipment in a reasonably safe condition. Pursuant to California Civil Code 1714, everyone is responsible for injuries brought by his or her want of ordinary care in the management of his or her property. For example, a power company could have left a piece of exposed wiring on the roof of a house.
Consider, for example, the case of Hash v. Southern California Edison Co. Rebecca Lynn Hash was working on the roof of her Jasperson Way home when she came into contact with a bare, frayed service wire that hadn’t been changed in 25 years. Tragically, she died due to the severity of her injuries. Attorneys for the plaintiff argued that had the worn cable been replaced, Hash may still be alive. Southern California Edison Co. eventually settled with the family for $2.8 million. Victims of electrocution accidents tend to suffer very serious injuries including:
- Organ damage
- Neurological damage
- Amputations
- Lacerations
- Burn injuries
Any person that is injured in an electrocution accident may be able to seek damages through a bodily injury claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. Many victims may not realize the full extent of their injuries for some time after any accident. A personal injury attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are. There are, however, statute of limitations associated with civil claims. Failing to act within the statute of limitations may result in a permanent forfeiture of your rights.
Investigating A San Diego County Electrocution Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our best wishes to Christian Arreola as he continues to recover from this horrific accident. There needs to be a thorough investigation for the sake of the victim. How is it that this wire was energized on the roof? Did the electrical company in this area fail to repair a worn wire? These are just a few of the questions that need to be answered.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in an electrocution accident? Our team of consumer safety advocates are here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims get the medical and financial support that they need in order to recover. Whether you just have legal questions or need a free, independent investigation into an accident we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991. Se habla español.
