Functional Capacity Evaluations in Michigan
Beacon Rehab, a Proven Damages Expert Supporting Michigan Cases of Personal Injury
When you need a thoroughly documented functional capacity evaluation in Michigan, Beacon Rehab brings more than 40 years of evaluation experience to your case.
Call us today at (734) 665-8326 or send us a message to request an evaluation.
Beacon Rehabilitation in Michigan
Beacon Rehabilitation serves the communities in the state of Michigan and is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Service Area – Michigan
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
Beacon Rehab consolidates the full range of damage expert services within a single provider. Attorneys nationwide turn to Mr. Smolarski for life care planning, functional capacity evaluations, vocational testing, forensic economic analysis, and Day-and-a-Life Filming.
Ronald Smolarski established Beacon Rehab in 1979, and he serves attorneys representing plaintiffs as well as defendants in personal injury matters. With over more than four decades as a Certified Functional Capacity Evaluator, he has developed an effective evaluation methodology grounded in peer-reviewed research.
He holds the following credentials:
- 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 Functional Capacity Evaluations in Michigan?
Consider the following advantages Mr. Smolarski offers to attorneys seeking functional capacity evaluations in Michigan.
- Four decades of producing damage documentation suitable for legal proceedings
- Recognition as a Certified Vocational Evaluation Specialist, Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, Certified Functional Capacity Evaluator, and International Psychometric Evaluation Certification
- Ongoing involvement in industry-leading associations, including the National Association of Disability Evaluating Professionals, American Rehabilitation Economic Association, and Association of Certified Life Care Planners
- Contributed to recognized industry journals, including the Journal of Forensic Vocational Analysis
- Veteran of the United States Air Force
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
Beacon Rehab works alongside plaintiff and defense personal injury attorneys as a one-stop damage expert. Mr. Smolarski prepares clear, reliable reports that illustrate, in clear terms, your client’s worker traits, aptitude, achievement levels, physical capabilities, and environment tolerances.
Services
Beacon Rehab offers the following services within its comprehensive service framework:
Life Care Planning
Our life care plans document the purpose, frequency, duration, and geographic costs of an injured individual’s medical care needs.
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Future Medical Cost Projections
Projections of future medical expenses support mediation and settlement negotiations. Unlike a life care plan, Mr. Smolarski can produce this type of projection without involving additional professionals. Future medical cost projections can reduce the total investment in the case.
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Functional Capacity Evaluations
FCEs provide clarity on whether an individual can work at a competitive rate, at full range of motion, and at a sustained rate after their injury. Mr. Smolarski also conducts the same evaluation for family law matters, including divorce proceedings, where an individual’s physical capability is a relevant consideration.
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Vocational Evaluations
Vocational evaluations determine an individual’s earning capacity along with their employability, both at the present time and over the longer term.
Learn MoreWhat Does an Evaluation Cover?
A functional capacity evaluation typically covers the following components:
- Lifting strength evaluated through the entire range of motion, performed at a sustained, work-appropriate pace
- Finger dexterity, tested under the same conditions
- Manual dexterity, tested under the same conditions
- Motor coordination, tested under the same conditions
- The evaluee’s response to pain during physical exertion
- Whether the evaluee maintains consistent effort and engagement throughout the session
- Internal consistency reviews that confirm the reliability of the data
Our Methodology & Process
Mr. Smolarski bases his testing protocols on peer-reviewed research and incorporates both the physical and the behavioral dimensions of an individual’s functional capacity.
He collects physical data through measurements of the upper and lower body. At the same time, he documents how the individual responds and conducts themselves as testing proceeds. The goal is to establish whether your client/claimant retains the ability to perform the essential duties of a specific occupation. Mr. Smolarski then compares the resulting findings against data representing the general working population, which supplies a defensible reference point for the matter at hand.
The Importance of Functional Capacity Evaluations
Our functional capacity evaluations in Michigan offer the strongest support in matters where the outcome depends on documenting exactly what activities an individual can still perform.
Requests for an FCE come from several sources. Treating physicians, attorneys, insurance adjusters, and employers may request one when uncertainty exists regarding an injured individual’s ability to work, or when divorce proceedings call for documented evidence of physical capability.
What Does a Functional Capacity Evaluation Look Like?
For clients recovering from a physical or neurological injury, as well as those involved in divorce proceedings, Mr. Smolarski structures his Michigan FCEs to address questions such as the following:
- Whether your client can perform sustained work at an acceptable pace
- Whether full-time hours are feasible, or whether part-time work is more appropriate, with or without modifications
- Whether your client has lost the capacity for regular employment entirely, leaving only lighter activity or recreation as realistic options
Frequently Asked Questions About Functional Capacity Evaluations in Michigan
Learn more about functional capacity evaluations.
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Does Beacon Rehab Work With Both Plaintiff & Defense Attorneys?
Yes. Beacon Rehab supports attorneys on both sides of personal injury matters. Mr. Smolarski applies the same peer-reviewed methodology regardless of which party works with him.
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What States Does Beacon Rehab Serve?
Beacon Rehab operates from Ann Arbor, Michigan, and provides damage expert services nationwide. Mr. Smolarski has delivered expert witness testimony in more than 25 states across the country, and he has also handled assignments internationally in locations including Canada, Germany, South Africa, and China.
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How Can I Request Mr. Smolarski's Full Vitae?
You can download Mr. Smolarski’s complete Vitae directly from the Beacon Rehab website as a PDF file. If you would prefer Mr. Smolarski to send the document to you directly, or if you need supplementary materials, call Beacon Rehab at (734) 665-8326 or email ron@beaconrehab.com.
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