Valuing Loss of Earnings Capacity

This e-learning course provides an introduction to valuing claims for loss of earning capacity due to ongoing disability flowing from a personal injury.

A reduction in earning capacity is a quantifiable decrease in an injured person’s ability to earn income. This detriment to a claimant’s earning potential is different and separate to any loss of earnings which has already been incurred following an accident. Therefore calculating a loss of earning capacity can be an important and significant head of claim.

Content

• What is ‘loss of earning capacity’?
• Calculate a lump sum compensation using The Ogden Tables
• Residual disabilities resulting from an injury and Smith v Manchester awards
• When a Blamire award may be appropriate
• Mini exam to test your understanding

Outcomes

The training covers:

• What is meant by ‘loss of earning capacity’
• How the courts approach valuing claims for loss of earning capacity
• The Ogden Tables
• Smith v Manchester awards
• Blamire awards for future loss of earning

Format

Instantly available e-learning with a mini exam to test your understanding.

Delegates

Trainee solicitors, paralegals, litigation assistants and claims handlers.