Lightning Injuries

While there are fewer than 500 reported cases of individuals being struck by lightning each year, the effects of such an accident may be devastating. It is estimated that more than 10% of lightning strike victims pass away from their injuries.

In some cases, lightning strikes are made more likely by the conditions of a property. If you or someone you love was struck by lightning and suffered injuries, contact the Springfield premises liability lawyers of Strong-Garner-Bauer, P.C. at 417-887-4300 to learn if negligence may have caused your accident.

Risk Factors and Injuries

Lightning is essentially a bolt of electricity. When this electricity touches down, it can cause significant damage to people and property. When a person is struck by lightning, he or she may suffer significant injuries, including:

• Severe burns
• Nerve damage
• Cardiac arrest

Some properties may make individuals more susceptible to lightning strikes. This is particularly true when a property has little or no shelter and a person is caught in the open during a thunderstorm. For example, golf courses are among the most common places where individuals suffer lightning strikes.

Fortunately, there are steps that property owners can take to make their premises safer. For example, lightning rods can attract lightning and direct it towards the ground, away from people and property. If a property owner fails to take such precautions, he or she may be liable for any injuries that result.

Contact Us

In some cases, lightning strike injuries are partially the fault of property owners and, as such, victims may be entitled to financial compensation from these individuals. If this is your situation, contact the Springfield personal injury attorneys of Strong-Garner-Bauer, P.A. at 417-887-4300.