No, the Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund (SIBTF) is not the same as general disability benefits. While both systems provide financial assistance to individuals with disabilities or impairments, they are separate programs with different qualifications, purposes, and benefits. Here’s a breakdown of how they differ: 1. What Is the SIBTF? The Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust […]
Read MoreThe Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund (SIBTF) is a valuable resource for California workers who have both a pre-existing disability and a subsequent workplace injury. Qualifying for SIBTF benefits can provide additional compensation on top of regular workers’ compensation. However, meeting the eligibility criteria can be complex. Here’s a guide to help you understand if […]
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The “Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund” (SIBTF) is a special fund established under California law to provide additional compensation to workers who already have a pre-existing disability or impairment and suffer a subsequent workplace injury. This fund aims to support workers whose combined disabilities—pre-existing and workplace-related—result in a greater degree of impairment than the subsequent […]
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Sustaining a life-altering injury is damaging in many ways; besides from taking away your former mobility and freedom, a disability comes with additional expenses and possibly results in an inability to work, which means you will face the added stress of no longer having an income. Thankfully, all hope isn’t lost. The United States Social […]
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It can be difficult to understand the thought process of a teenager. We like to compare past experiences and feelings from our own teen years to those of today. However, society has changed and so has the outlook of life for many young adults. To add insult to injury, 70% of teens who commit crimes […]
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