Oil Rig Worker Killed in Accident

Posted on January 5th, 2010 No Comments

An oil rig worker was killed in an industrial accident on New Years Day. If you or someone you love has been injured or worse on the job, the New Jersey workers compensation lawyers of  Levinson & Axelrod may be able to help you get the compensation you deserve.

The accident occured around 8 a.m. at an oil rig in Oklahoma. According to officials, oil rig workers were lifting a pipe when it suddenly broke loose. The 3,000-4,000 pound pipe fell on a trailer, sliced through the top and hit a 35-year-old worker who was inside. He died instantly. The Occupational Health and Safety Administration is doing a full investigation into this fatal workplace accident.

If you or someone you love has been injured on the job, contact the New Jersey workers compensation lawyers of Levinson & Axelrod by calling 800-346-5529.

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