Expert Vocational Assessment Services for New York Attorneys
When your New York case requires precise earning capacity analysis or employability assessment, Skerritt Economics delivers CRC-certified vocational expertise that stands up to scrutiny. Our comprehensive evaluations provide the vocational foundation needed for accurate damage calculations in personal injury, disability, and employment litigation.
Our comprehensive vocational assessments are tailored to New York's unique economic landscape. We understand the local employment market, wage structures, and the specific vocational opportunities available to residents in this community.
Vocational Expert Services in New York
Earning Capacity Analysis
Comprehensive evaluation of pre-injury and post-injury earning capacity, considering education, work history, and New York's labor market conditions.
Employability Assessment
Detailed analysis of vocational abilities, transferable skills, and realistic employment options in the New York metropolitan area job market.
Vocational Rehabilitation Planning
Development of practical rehabilitation plans including training needs, job placement services, and return-to-work strategies.
Labor Market Analysis
In-depth research of New York area employment opportunities, wage data, and industry-specific job availability for accurate assessments.
Vocational Expertise for New York Legal Cases
Personal Injury & Workers' Compensation
Assess residual earning capacity following injuries, evaluate vocational rehabilitation needs, and determine realistic return-to-work timelines for injured New York workers.
Disability & Social Security
Provide vocational evidence for disability determinations, assess functional limitations impact on employability, and evaluate alternative occupation possibilities.
Employment Litigation
Analyze wrongful termination impacts, evaluate mitigation efforts, and assess reemployment prospects in New York's competitive job market.
Family Law & Divorce
Determine earning capacity for support calculations, evaluate vocational rehabilitation needs, and assess employment potential for New York family court proceedings.
New York Labor Market Knowledge
Our vocational assessments incorporate specific knowledge of New York's employment landscape, including:
- Major employers and industries in the New York metropolitan area
- Local wage scales and compensation trends
- Regional education and training resources
- New York vocational rehabilitation services and programs
- Area-specific job availability and placement rates
New York Economic Overview
New York City, the nation's largest metropolitan economy with a GDP exceeding $2 trillion, presents unique considerations for vocational assessments. Our expert analysis accounts for the city's diverse economic landscape and comprehensive earning potential across sectors.
Key Economic Indicators
- Metropolitan Population: 8.3 million (city), 20.1 million (metro area)
- Median Household Income: $70,663 (significantly varies by borough)
- Average Hourly Wage: $42.87 (140% of national average)
- Unemployment Rate: 5.4% (as of 2024)
- Cost of Living Index: 187.2 (87% above national average)
Major Industries & Employment Sectors
Financial Services
Wall Street and financial institutions employ over 470,000 workers with average salaries exceeding $400,000 in securities and investments.
Technology & Digital Media
"Silicon Alley" tech sector employs 350,000+ with software developers earning median salaries of $127,000.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Over 750,000 healthcare workers across world-renowned hospitals and research institutions.
Professional Services
Legal, consulting, and business services employ 600,000+ professionals with experienced-tier compensation packages.
Major Employers in New York
- JPMorgan Chase: 50,000+ employees - Banking & Financial Services
- Citi: 25,000+ employees - Global Banking
- NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital: 48,000+ employees - Healthcare
- Mount Sinai Health System: 43,000+ employees - Healthcare
- Goldman Sachs: 20,000+ employees - Investment Banking
- Google NYC: 12,000+ employees - Technology
- Amazon: 25,000+ employees - E-commerce & Technology
- Morgan Stanley: 30,000+ employees - Financial Services
New York Court System & Vocational Expert Services
Our vocational experts regularly provide testimony and reports for cases in New York's federal and state courts, understanding the specific requirements and standards expected by local judges and attorneys.
Courts We Serve
Federal Courts
- U.S. District Court - Southern District of New York (Manhattan)
- U.S. District Court - Eastern District of New York (Brooklyn)
- U.S. Court of Appeals - Second Circuit
- U.S. Bankruptcy Court - SDNY & EDNY
State Courts
- New York Supreme Court - All Five Boroughs
- New York County Supreme Court (Manhattan)
- Kings County Supreme Court (Brooklyn)
- Queens County Supreme Court
- Bronx County Supreme Court
- Richmond County Supreme Court (Staten Island)
We understand the local court procedures, filing requirements, and expectations for vocational expert reports and testimony specific to New York federal court expert witness standards.
Healthcare & Rehabilitation Resources
New York's comprehensive medical infrastructure provides comprehensive vocational rehabilitation and return-to-work resources important for accurate assessments:
Major Medical Centers
- NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell: experienced-ranked rehabilitation medicine programs
- NYU Langone Health: Rusk Rehabilitation - #2 nationally ranked
- Mount Sinai Hospital: Comprehensive brain and spinal rehabilitation
- Hospital for Special Surgery: #1 orthopedic hospital in the nation
- Memorial Sloan Kettering: Cancer rehabilitation and return-to-work programs
Vocational Rehabilitation Services
- New York State ACCES-VR (Adult Career and Continuing Education Services)
- NYC Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities
- VESID (Vocational and Educational Services for Individuals with Disabilities)
- One-Stop Career Centers throughout the five boroughs
- Industry-specific retraining programs through CUNY and private institutions
Need a Vocational Expert for Your New York Case?
Get CRC-certified vocational expertise for accurate earning capacity analysis and employability assessments. Contact us today to discuss your case requirements.