Authoritative collection of landmark electrical and telecommunication case law
This concise reference gathers the major decisions affecting the telegraph, telephone, electric light and power, and related industries in the United States from 1873 onward. It includes annotations and commentary to help readers understand how courts have interpreted duties, negligence, and liability in this evolving field.
This edition presents key decisions from state and federal courts, organized for quick lookup and practical use. It offers a clear view of how compensation for injuries, property risk, and regulatory questions have been resolved across different jurisdictions and periods.
- Examines negligence standards and how they apply to electric utilities and telecommunication infrastructure.
- Interprets how the duties of pole owners, maintenance practices, and cross-operator responsibilities affect liability.
- Includes cases that illustrate how proximate cause and foreseeability influence outcomes.
- Serves as a historical and legal reference for lawyers, judges, and students studying utility law.
Ideal for readers who need a focused, historical lens on the development of liability and regulation in early electrical and telecommunication practice.