San Diego, CA - August 8, 2025 - Thomas DeBenedetto & Associates Workers’ Compensation Attorneys, a leading California-based law firm focused exclusively on workers’ compensation, has secured one of the largest settlements in state history—$7.835 million, with a projected lifetime benefit value exceeding $10 million.

The case involved a worker who suffered severe injuries from a workplace accident, requiring multiple surgeries and continuous medical care. Despite the severity of the injuries, the employer’s insurance carrier consistently denied liability and delayed benefit payments. Attorney Thomas DeBenedetto led an extraordinary legal effort to obtain the full spectrum of entitled compensation for the client.

Key Actions Undertaken in the Case Include:

• Over 40 court hearings, far exceeding the average of 10 typically seen in workers’ compensation disputes

• 140 Independent Medical Review appeals, an exceptionally high number in the context of this type of litigation

• Direct advocacy efforts with both the Governor’s Office and the Administrative Director of the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board

• Filing of multiple penalty petitions and systemic audits aimed at confronting the ongoing denial of care

Prior to settlement, the defense had expended nearly $3 million, including $4,000 per day in round-the-clock home care services delivered by two separate providers. The final agreement ensures comprehensive lifetime care for the injured worker.

Thomas DeBenedetto & Associates Workers’ Compensation Attorneys actively pursued years of extended litigation and challenged the highest levels of state government to achieve maximum settlement. Exceptional commitment to fighting against systematic obstacles in the workers' compensation system was taken by the firm.

“This case reflects the challenges that many injured workers face in today’s system,” said Thomas DeBenedetto, lead attorney on the case. “When insurance companies place profits above the well-being of individuals, it becomes necessary to pursue an aggressive and often unprecedented legal battle to secure the benefits and compensation our clients rightfully deserve.”

Individuals injured on the job and facing delays or denials of benefits are encouraged to contact Thomas DeBenedetto & Associates for a free consultation. Timely legal intervention is critical to protecting workers’ rights and ensuring proper care and compensation. For more information, visit the company’s website.

About Thomas DeBenedetto

With over 33 years of experience as a workers’ compensation attorney in San Diego, Thomas DeBenedetto has recovered more than $1 billion in benefits for injured workers. A vocal advocate for reform, he remains committed to protecting the rights of those harmed in the workplace and challenging systemic flaws in California’s workers’ compensation system.

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