
Georgia’s Power Line Workers Need Better Safety Protections
- March 21, 2023
- Attorney Matt Stoddard
- Personal Injury
Installing and servicing power lines is currently one of the 10 most dangerous civilian jobs in the U.S, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Approximately 30 powerline workers lose their lives on the job each year, and Georgia has already contributed more than its fair share to that statistic in 2023. Electricity may be dangerous, but it’s also predictable. That means with enough care and support, these jobs can be made safe. Another Lineman Is Dead Following an Electrocu...