A worker from Maraccini Inc. sustained an industrial injury on 3/14/2007 which affected his knee. The injury was settled through stipulations with a 26% permanent disability.
After settling his workers’ compensation claim, the injured worker was referred to Silberman & Lam, LLP to apply for the subsequent injury benefits trust fund (SIBTF) due to the worker’s preexisting conditions, including anemia, chronic kidney disease, diabetes, hypertension, sleep disorder, issues with the cervical and thoracic spine, bilateral feet, right ankle, and wrists/hands.
Through thorough litigation, Silberman & Lam, LLP successfully obtained an award of 100% disability against SIBTF on 9/25/2024. The injured worker was entitled to back benefits amounting to $339,319.57, as well as ongoing weekly benefits of $598.20 with annual increases and cost-of-living adjustments (COLA). Based on the average life expectancy, the award has an estimated present value over $900,000.
