Incident Overview: Electric Shock During Work Assignment

On August 2, 2017, the Plaintiff worked at a shipment disassembly site operated by Defendant HIMMEL. HIMMEL representatives instructed her to use a FURNO 300 Heat Gun to help reassemble cargo. She received no training or protective gear. While using the heat gun, she suffered an electric shock. The current knocked her backward and left her unconscious. Emergency responders transported her to the hospital, where she reported pain in her head, neck, shoulders, and back.

Allegations Against Manufacturer and Employer

The Plaintiff blamed the incident on product defects and unsafe working conditions. Defendant Wagner Spray Tech Corporation designed and sold the heat gun. The Plaintiff alleged that Wagner released a dangerously defective product into the market. She argued that the heat gun lacked insulation, warning labels, and design safeguards. The user manual also failed to instruct users on preventing electric shock.

She also claimed that Defendant HIMMEL acted negligently. Supervisors told her to use the heat gun but never explained the risks. They failed to provide safety gear or proper supervision. She asserted that both Defendants knew, or should have known, about the dangers.

Extent of Physical and Psychological Harm

The electric shock caused serious and permanent injuries. Doctors diagnosed spinal damage and neurological trauma. She underwent surgeries, including anterior cervical discectomy and fusion from C4 to C7. Recovery required extensive hospitalization, physical therapy, and pain management.

Beyond physical harm, the Plaintiff suffered mental anguish. She reported anxiety, flashbacks, and psychological distress. The electrocution disrupted her daily life and limited her mobility. She also lost her ability to work for extended periods.

Claims for Compensation and