Forensic Economic Evaluations for Matrimonial Cases
Forensic Economics applied to matrimonial litigation: methodology, deliverables, and case-specific considerations.
How Forensic Economic Evaluations applies to Matrimonial
Exposure is defined by jurisdictional support formulas applied to imputed or actual income. Vocational opinions can significantly affect temporary and permanent support determinations.
Typical deliverables
A written expert report, supporting data appendices, and, when retained, deposition and trial testimony.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is earning capacity imputation in divorce?
When a court finds that a spouse is voluntarily underemployed or unemployed, it may impute earning capacity based on education, training, and labor market data, applying that figure rather than actual income to support calculations.
How does a vocational expert address re-entry after a career interruption?
The expert evaluates skill currency, retraining needs, expected re-entry wage trajectory, and a realistic timeline to reach full earning capacity, supported by labor market data.
Are matrimonial vocational reports different from personal injury reports?
Yes. Matrimonial reports focus on prospective earning capacity for support purposes, while personal injury reports focus on the effect of an injury on capacity to earn. Methodology and labor market data are similar; application differs.
References
- BLS Occupational Employment StatisticsGovernment
- O*NET OnLineGovernment
- Census Bureau - Educational Attainment & EarningsGovernment
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