A worker from Universal Protection Services sustained industrial injury to his left foot/ankle and deep venous thrombosis on 03/26/2012 while working as security personnel. This was settled by compromise and released for $70,000 on 4/12/2017.
Following the settlement of his workers’ compensation, the injured worker was then referred to Silberman & Lam, LLP to file for the subsequent injury benefits trust fund (SIBTF). The injured worker had preexisting conditions including GERD, inguinal hernia, asthma psych, bilateral wrist/hand, cervical spine, and left shoulder.
On 11/15/2024, Silberman & Lam, LLP was able to obtain an award of 100% disability against SIBTF. The injured worker was entitled to back benefits of $16,769.02 and ongoing weekly benefits of $223.09. Based on the average life expectancy, the award has an estimated present value of over $200,000.
