The injured worker suffered a work-related injury while working as a location manager at Parking Corporation on 9/19/2014 to his cervical spine, lumbar spine, left shoulder, headaches, consciousness disorder, and vertigo/dizziness. This injury was settled by compromise and releasefor $100,000 on 5/10/2022. Following the settlement of his workers’ compensation case, which was handled by another firm, an SIBTF claim was filed on 6/5/2019. The injured worker had preexisting conditions including diabetes mellitus, hypertension, diarrhea, psychological issues, right hip problems, bilateral wrist/hand issues, and a right shoulder condition.
In 2023, the injured worker was referred to Silberman & Lam, LLP to continue pursuing the complicated SIBTF claim. After thorough research and discovery, Silberman & Lam, LLP successfully obtained an award of 100% disability against SIBTF for the injured worker. He was awarded back benefits of $77,542.82 and ongoing weekly benefits of $634.19, subject to annual cost-of-living adjustments (COLA). Based on the average life expectancy, the present value of this award is estimated to exceed $600,000.00.