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.

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Services Provided

Economic Damage Analysis
Vocational Assessment
Life Care Planning
Business Consulting

Economic Analysis for Workers' Compensation

Our forensic economics services for workers' compensation 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:

Permanent partial disability calculations

Total disability economic impact

Wage loss benefit analysis

Future medical cost projections

Vocational rehabilitation cost analysis

Third-party liability calculations

Pension and retirement impact

Union benefit loss calculations

Vocational Services for Workers' Comp

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

Specific Applications:

Functional capacity evaluation

Job demands analysis

Transferable skills assessment

Labor market survey for suitable employment

Return-to-work planning and coordination

Job modification recommendations

Vocational rehabilitation planning

Maximum medical improvement assessment

Life Care Planning for Workplace Injuries

Our life care planning services for workers' compensation cases provide detailed, evidence-based projections of future medical and care needs, ensuring comprehensive coverage for lifetime care requirements.

Specific Applications:

Occupational disease treatment planning

Repetitive strain injury management

Industrial accident comprehensive care

Toxic exposure medical monitoring

Ergonomic equipment and modifications

Work hardening program planning

Chronic pain management programs

PTSD from workplace trauma

Workplace Safety and Risk Consulting

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

Specific Applications:

Safety program development and review

Workers compensation cost analysis

Return-to-work program design

Disability management consulting

OSHA compliance consulting

Ergonomic workplace assessment

Risk management strategies

Self-insurance feasibility analysis

Why Choose Christopher Skerritt for Workers' Compensation 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.

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Employment Litigation

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Disability Insurance

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