Jobin v. American Drilling & Boring Co., Inc.

Jun 23, 1977

OUTCOME: Successful

This case involed an employee of American Drilling & Boring Co., Inc. While drilling into the ground for utility poles, etc., he accidentally struck an electrical line and was electrocuted. The injurie ... s were so severe that one of his arms had to be amputated and the other required several manipulations during the day by his wife. Although the employer didn't want to pay for additional treatment, the employees wife was awareded $100 per week for her services.