Lawsuits ensue power companies after Hurricane Sandy caused blackouts

Hurricane Sandy, which hit the U.S. East Coast and Mid-Atlantic states at the end of October, caused severe devastation for many residents, business owners and car owners. The storm led to the destruction of many houses and vehicles as well as the deaths of dozens of U.S. citizens. Evacuations were called, transportation was halted, subway systems in New York City were flooded and millions of residents were left without power.

The blackouts, in particular, led to lawsuits against power companies and utility workers. CBS News reported that attorney Kenneth Mollins filed a lawsuit against two power firms – National Grid and the Long Island Power Authority – in the New York Supreme Court. 

Many residents of New York have been criticizing the employees that are attempting to restore power to the state, according to the news source. One utility worker was even punched in the face by an unidentified assailant.

"I want to see my lights back on," Larry Kushel of Island Park told the source. "I want to see gas coming into the house so I can get some heat. I'm living in the dark."

The plaintiffs in the lawsuit allege that LIPA was negligent in their maintenance of electric services, claiming that company employees did not perform regular tree trimming and transmission pole inspections and replacements, according to Bloomberg Businessweek.

Arizona businesses need to ensure that their employees are adequately performing all of their tasks if CEOs and other executives want to ensure their company is not ensnared in a similar lawsuit to that of LIPA and National Grid.

In case a company has consumer disputes and other complaints, consulting knowledgeable attorneys at Phoenix law offices can prove beneficial.

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