The injured worker sustained a work-related injury on 08/24/2015 while working as a support supervisor, this affected his left ankle. This led to a settlement through stipulations at 36% permanent disability on 02/13/2018.
After the settlement of his workers compensation with another firm, the injured worker was referred to Silberman & Lam, LLP to file for subsequent injury benefits trust fund (SIBTF) because of prior health conditions including hypertension, type II diabetes mellitus, gastrointestinal issues, and a transient ischemic attack, as well as psychological conditions and pain affecting his cervical spine, lumbar spine, right shoulder, both hands, and both knees. He has also undergone surgery for the right carpal tunnel syndrome.
With time and dedication, Silberman & Lam, LLP successfully secured the award of 100% disability from SIBTF. The injured worker was entitled to lifetime benefits, he received $233,854 back benefits, in addition to that he also has $1,557 weekly benefits increasing annually with cost-of-living adjustments (COLA). On average life expectancy the award has a present estimated value of $1,400,000.
