[02-25-2023] Los Angeles County, CA – DWP Worker Injured in San Fernando Valley While Trying to Restore Power

A Los Angeles Department of Water and Power employee was injured and hospitalized in intensive care in Los Angeles on Saturday, February 25, 2023.

The accident occurred on a Saturday in San Fernando Valley.

According to LADWP General Manager Martin Adams, this accident and severe injury to one of our employees is a reminder that our line crews and other field personnel are truly unsung heroes who work in dangerous conditions risking their lives to keep the power flowing throughout our city.

There were 38,500 of the LADWP’s 1.5 million electric customers still without power as of 10:45 p.m. on Sunday.

Since the storm began on Friday, crews have helped 127,000 customers regain their power.

The remaining outages were dispersed throughout the LADWP service area, with Glassell Park, Green Meadows, Hancock Park, Hollywood, Studio City, Chatsworth, Mission Hills, North Hollywood, Sun Valley, Tarzana, Van Nuys, and Woodland Hills among the hardest hit communities.

The accident remains under investigation.

Workplace Accident Statistics

Over 4,500 workplace fatalities and injuries are reported annually in the United States, according to OSHA. Statistics from the Bureau of Labor show that in November 2020, 66.7% of American workers experienced a work-related injury. This number has remained unchanged from this time last year.

Even while the number of claims for workers’ compensation has gone down, the number of fatalities on the job has remained stable. Increased by 2% from the previous year, the total number of workplace fatalities was 5,333 in 2018. Since 2010, the yearly mortality toll has steadily increased.

The number of workplace deaths rose by 2% in 2018. In 2019, 5,333 workers were killed due to workplace accidents. In 2015, 16% of all accidental deaths were the result of trips, slips, and falls. About 40.2 percent of all fatalities were attributable to these causes.

Most workplace deaths occur as a result of car accidents, falls, or violence. Falls and muscle strain from lifting and shifting big objects are the most common causes of non-fatal injuries on the job.

How Do I Obtain a Police Report Following an Accident

We are aware that this is a difficult time for you. We can help you obtain a police report for this incident.

Upon receiving your request, our team will contact the appropriate individuals and assist you in obtaining the report. Once the claim process has been initiated, you can seek compensation for your injuries.

You will not be required to pay us anything upfront since we will handle everything, including filing your claim on your behalf. In addition, we will assist you in obtaining payment from the responsible party’s insurance company for all of your medical expenses.

Whenever you have questions or concerns regarding how to proceed after an accident like this, do not hesitate to contact us.

Los Angeles Workers’ Compensation Lawyers

A lawyer specializing in workplace accidents can protect your interests and help you obtain your full workers’ compensation benefits.

You may find the insurance company more inclined to negotiate a reasonable settlement if an attorney represents you.

Those who must appear in court should hire legal representation. If you require legal assistance, you can count on our reputed law firm to advocate on your behalf in court and secure a favorable ruling.

Our trusted Los Angeles workers’ compensation lawyers at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., have extensive experience and accolades advocating for accident victims. Our clients have been awarded compensation totaling $750 million.

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