Wage loss is determined by how much work you missed due to your injury multiplied by your rate of compensation. As simple as it sounds, this formula can get complicated if you are self-employed due to improper record keeping, or have a claim that is considered speculative. Generally, you can establish a wage record from past year earnings.

Future wage loss is also compensable. Your injuries may not allow you to return to your usual employment so we hire vocational rehabilitation specialists to determine what work you can do with your limitations. An economist can then establish a wage loss analysis to predict what your future wage loss may be. If you cannot return to any kind of work, then an economist can project your earnings loss over your expected work lifetime.