What is a forensic economist?

A forensic economist is an expert who calculates economic damages for legal cases, including lost earnings, lost benefits, future medical costs, and business valuations. They provide expert testimony and detailed reports for use in litigation.

What types of cases require a forensic economist?

Forensic economists are needed for personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice, employment discrimination, wrongful termination, business disputes, divorce proceedings, and any case requiring economic damage calculations.

How are economic damages calculated?

Economic damages are calculated by analyzing lost earnings, lost benefits, future earning capacity, medical costs, household services value, and other economic losses. These are projected into the future and reduced to present value using appropriate discount rates.

What qualifications should a forensic economist have?

A qualified forensic economist should have advanced degrees in economics or business, professional certifications (CRC, CLCP, ABVE), extensive experience in economic analysis, and a track record of providing expert testimony in court.

How much does a forensic economist cost?

Forensic economist fees vary based on case complexity, typically ranging from $250-$500 per hour for analysis and $500-$1000 per hour for testimony. Most cases require 20-40 hours of work. Contact us for a free consultation and fee estimate.

Employment Litigation Expert Services

Economic analysis for wrongful termination, discrimination, and employment disputes

(203) 605-2814 Free Consultation

Services Provided

Economic Damage Analysis
Vocational Assessment
Business Valuation
Business Consulting

Economic Damages in Employment Cases

Our forensic economics services for employment litigation cases provide accurate, defensible economic damage calculations that stand up to scrutiny in court. We analyze all financial aspects of the case to determine fair compensation.

Specific Applications:

Wrongful termination lost earnings

Front pay and back pay calculations

Discrimination economic damages

Hostile work environment losses

Wage and hour violation calculations

Non-compete agreement damages

Executive compensation analysis

Stock option and equity valuation

Vocational Analysis in Employment Disputes

Our vocational expert services for employment litigation cases provide comprehensive employability assessments, earning capacity evaluations, and vocational rehabilitation planning based on medical evidence and labor market data.

Specific Applications:

Mitigation of damages assessment

Job search effort evaluation

Comparable position analysis

Industry-specific employment options

Geographic labor market analysis

Retraining feasibility assessment

Career trajectory impact analysis

Professional reputation damage assessment

Business Valuation in Employment Cases

Our business valuation services for employment litigation cases provide accurate assessments of business value, lost profits, and commercial damages using accepted valuation methodologies.

Specific Applications:

Executive compensation benchmarking

Stock option valuation disputes

Deferred compensation valuation

Partnership interest disputes

Non-compete damage quantification

Trade secret misappropriation damages

Business opportunity loss valuation

Equity compensation analysis

HR and Employment Consulting

Our business consulting services related to employment litigation provide strategic guidance, risk management, and operational improvements to prevent future issues and optimize outcomes.

Specific Applications:

Compensation structure analysis

HR policy development and review

Performance management systems

Succession planning strategies

Organizational restructuring impact

Diversity and inclusion programs

Employee retention strategies

Workplace culture assessment

Why Choose Christopher Skerritt for Employment Litigation Cases

Extensive Credentials

Multiple advanced degrees and over 15 professional certifications in forensic economics, vocational assessment, and life care planning.

Court Experience

Extensive testimony experience in state and federal courts, with a proven track record of providing clear, defensible expert opinions.

Comprehensive Analysis

Thorough, data-driven analysis using accepted methodologies and current research to support all conclusions and recommendations.

Need Expert Analysis for Your Employment Litigation Case?

Get comprehensive economic, vocational, and life care planning services from a qualified expert

Schedule Free Consultation (203) 605-2814

Available for cases nationwide • Rapid response guaranteed

Related Practice Areas

Workers' Compensation

Comprehensive analysis for workplace injury and occupational disease claims

Disability Insurance

Analysis for short-term, long-term, and Social Security disability claims