Vocational Evaluations in Illinois
Beacon Rehab, a Proven Damages Expert Supporting Illinois Cases of Personal Injury
Beacon Rehab has delivered dependable vocational evaluations in Illinois to personal injury attorneys since 1979. We produce efficient and effective outcomes through a one-stop damages approach.
Call us today at (734) 665-8326 or send us a message to request an evaluation.
Beacon Rehabilitation in Illinois
Beacon Rehabilitation serves the communities in the state of Illinois and is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Service Area – Illinois
Contact
- Phone: (734) 665-8326
- Fax: 734-665-2584
- Email: ron@beaconrehab.com
Business Hours
- Monday: 9 AM to 5 PM
- Tuesday: 9 AM to 5 PM
- Wednesday: 9 AM to 5 PM
- Thursday: 9 AM to 5 PM
- Friday: 9 AM to 5 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
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About Beacon Rehab
Mr. Smolarski is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, Certified Vocational Evaluator, Certified International Psychometric Evaluator, and Diplomate of the American Board of Vocational Experts.
He founded Beacon Rehab in 1979. The company handles life care planning, forensic economic evaluations, vocational evaluations, and functional capacity evaluations under one roof, enabling personal injury attorneys to work with only one expert.
His experience also extends beyond Illinois. Mr. Smolarski has completed cases nationally and internationally, including work in South Africa, Germany, Canada, and China. With Beacon Rehab, you have access to an expert who has applied a unique one-stop damages methodology across different case profiles.
- Certified Life Care Planner
- Forensic Economist (CEA)
- Certified Functional Capacity Evaluator /Certified Disability Examiner II
- Certified Vocational Evaluator
- Diplomate – American Board of Vocational Experts
- Diplomate – Certified Rehabilitation Vocationologist
- Diplomate – American Board of Medical Psychotherapists and Psychodiagnosticians
- Certified Rehabilitation Counselor
- Licensed Professional Counselor
- Certified International Psychometric Evaluator
- Certified Case Manager
» Mr. Smolarski’s full Vitae (PDF File)
Why Choose Beacon Rehab for Vocational Evaluations in Illinois?
Choose Beacon Rehab for vocational evaluations in Illinois that you can rely on. Here is what set us apart:
- 40+ years of industry experience producing defensible damages for personal injury attorneys
- Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, Certified Vocational Evaluator, Certified International Psychometric Evaluator, and Diplomate of the American Board of Vocational Experts
- Active membership in the National Association of Disability Evaluating Professionals
- Cited and published in national and regional outlets, including Michigan Lawyers Weekly
- United States Air Force background that shapes the methodical approach behind each evaluation
Call us today at (734) 665-8326 or send us a message to request an evaluation.
Testimonials
Christopher Cooke
“Ron Smolarski did a great job calculating the economic damages from the perspectives of lost economic opportunity and life care planning in a product liability and degloving amputation case. His expertise allowed the jury to understand the degree and extent of my client’s severe injuries, rendering a verdict of $27 million that compensated my client for his damages. Ron made himself available after hours during the course of the trial to answer my questions, which was very beneficial to the success of the case.”
George E. Potter
Attorney at Law
“Ron’s assistance in helping me prepare cross-examination was superb. He provided the most thorough job of evaluation I’ve ever seen from any rehabilitation consultant and made a major difference when it came to destroying my adversary’s case.”
Geoffrey Rettig
Attorney at Law
“Analysis was very in-depth. The depth was what made the difference. It made the case viable in the eyes of the skeptical adjuster. A true expert in his field. Unbiased and objective.”
J. Dallas Winegarden, Jr.
Attorney at Law
“Mr. Smolarski’s powerful presentation makes the case try itself as far as damages are concerned. He’s a superb Expert Witness.”
Wendy Schiller-Nichols
Attorney at Law
“Mr. Smolarski made a difference in my case that settled for over a million dollars. He was very experienced, professional, and testified well. I would definitely use him again in the future in my personal injury cases.”
We Work With
Personal Injury Attorneys/Lawyers
Plaintiff and defense attorneys rely on Beacon Rehab when they require support for deposition and trials backed by years of industry experience and reliable assessments based on the 24 U.S. Department of Labor worker traits.
Services
Beacon Rehab delivers the following services under one roof:
Life Care Planning
A life care plan includes the cost, recurrence, purpose, and duration for every item your client will require, with each figure projected across the client’s expected lifetime. The result is a complete view of medical expenses that follows a catastrophic or non-catastrophic injury.
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Future Medical Cost Projections
A future medical cost projection delivers reliable documentation without the multi-specialist coordination a full life care plan requires, making it a good option for mediation and settlement matters.
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Functional Capacity Evaluations
A functional capacity evaluation measures physical capacity, along with behavioral factors, to determine whether the evaluee can perform the essential functions of an occupation.
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Vocational Evaluations
Beacon Rehab delivers vocational assessments as clear written reports, supported by expert testimony.
Learn MoreOur Expertise Supports These Types of Cases
We contribute to the following legal matters:
- Personal injury cases
- Matrimonial legal support services
- Pediatric injury cases
Some of the conditions we work with regularly include:
- Amputations
- Brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Burns
- RSD/CRPS (pain)
- Transplants
- Cerebral palsy
- Brachial plexus
- Head injuries
Our Methodology & Process
Coordinating multiple external specialists slows down case preparation. As your single-source damages expert, Beacon Rehab removes that friction by having Mr. Smolarski personally produce the vocational evaluations, functional capacity evaluations, life care plans, and forensic economic evaluations your case needs.
Each report begins with a worker trait factor analysis that addresses all 24 worker traits recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor. To construct a complete picture of the individual’s situation, Mr. Smolarski consults directly with the treating physicians, therapists, and other professionals involved. The finished document is both substantive and defensible.
Reports are scaled to the needs of the case. For mediation or settlement, you receive an abbreviated vocational assessment at a lower fee. For deposition or trial preparation, the report expands into an extensive analysis at a corresponding fee.
The Importance of Vocational Evaluations
A vocational assessment from Mr. Smolarski documents how a disability affects each of the worker traits recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor. By comparing pre-injury function with post-injury function, the report clearly demonstrates working capacity, transferable skills, and earning potential.
What Does a Vocational Evaluation Look Like?
Beacon Rehab tailors every vocational evaluation to the demands of the specific case. An evaluation may contain:
- Expert vocational evaluation presented in an easy-to-understand report
- Dependable support for both deposition and trial settings
- A summary of damages that addresses employment access, transferable skill sets, and the vocational quotient
Frequently Asked Questions About Vocational Evaluations in Illinois
Learn more about our vocational evaluations in Illinois.
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Does Beacon Rehab Handle Pediatric Injury Cases?
Yes. Pediatric injury matters are a regular part of our work at Beacon Rehab. Mr. Smolarski has produced vocational assessments for cases involving cerebral palsy, brachial plexus injury, head injury, and amputation, among other conditions.
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What Role Does a Vocational Evaluation Play in a Divorce Proceeding?
In a divorce proceeding, a vocational assessment establishes the earning capacity of a spouse, which often informs decisions about spousal support. Mr. Smolarski analyzes transferable skills, access to employment, and realistic wage potential. The result is an objective documentation that supports settlement discussions or trials.
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Is the Evaluation Built to Withstand Opposing Scrutiny?
Every evaluation draws on more than 40 years of experience, extensive knowledge of the job market, and a worker trait factor analysis of all 24 U.S. Department of Labor worker traits. That foundation makes the report defensible against opposing expert review.
