The injured worker suffered cumulative trauma from 10/28/1993 to 10/28/1994 while working as a bus operator at L.A.C.M.T.A which led to follicular lymphoma. This injury was settled by compromise and released for $50,000. He also suffered another cumulative injury to his wrists, hands, and shoulders with an end date of 2/12/2009, which was settled through stipulations at 19% permanent disability on 5/31/2012.
Following the settlement of his workers’ compensation case, the injured worker was then referred to Silberman & Lam, LLP, to file for a subsequent injury benefits trust fund (SIBTF). The applicant suffered pre-existing health conditions including hypertension, GERD, hemorrhoids, psych/GAF, and hearing loss.
After years of dedication, Silberman & Lam, LLP successfully obtained an award of 100% disability against SIBTF. The injured worker was entitled to back benefits amounting to $404,811.83 and ongoing weekly benefits of $1,424.91, increasing each year with cost-of-living adjustments (COLA). Based on the average life expectancy, the estimated present value for this award is $2,100,000.
