DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF EARNINGS: WEBINAR 18th JANUARY 2024

An injured claimant is often most concerned about their ability to earn their living.  This webinar looks at the essential elements of a claim for loss of earnings. It looks at recent cases to illustrate in a practical way how damages are established (or not established) at trial.  Booking details are available here. 

MATTERS COVERED IN THE WEBINAR

This webinar looks at major issues in relation to claims for loss of income, how they are presented and how they are established at trial. It looks at recent cases and considers the way in which the claimant’s case succeeded (or failed) because of the nature of the evidence presented by the claimant.

  • The law as to loss of earnings
  • How a claim for loss of income is calculated
  • The claim is not just wages, the importance of fringe benefits.
  • Disability in the labour market, evidence, the schedule and the witness statement
  • The Blamire award
  • Awards for loss of congenial employment
  • The schedule of damages and claims for loss of earnings
  • Proving loss of earnings at trial – some practical examples
  • A client questionnaire for loss of earnings