Vocational Evaluations in Ohio
Beacon Rehab, a Proven Damages Expert Supporting Ohio Cases of Personal Injury
At Beacon Rehab, we deliver expert vocational evaluations in Ohio that give attorneys a defensible foundation for damages when preparing for a personal injury or divorce case.
Call us today at (734) 665-8326 or send us a message to request an evaluation.
Beacon Rehabilitation in Ohio
Beacon Rehabilitation serves the communities in the state of Ohio and is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Service Area – Ohio
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 was established in 1979 by Ronald Smolarski (MA, CLCP, CEA, CRC, IPEC, LPC, CCM, CVE, CRV, CDEII). In the context of vocational evaluations, he serves as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, Certified Vocational Evaluator, Certified International Psychometric Evaluator, and Diplomate of the American Board of Vocational Experts.
Mr. Smolarski has also delivered services across the United States and abroad, with experience in South Africa, Germany, Canada, and China.
Beacon Rehab is based on a one-stop damages approach and is centered on four core service areas, including life care planning, forensic economic evaluations, vocational evaluations, and functional capacity evaluations.
Mr. Smolarski holds the following industry-recognized 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 Vocational Evaluations in Ohio?
Here’s why you should choose us as your vocational expert in Ohio.
- More than four decades of experience producing defensible damages
- Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, Certified Vocational Evaluator, Certified International Psychometric Evaluator, and Diplomate of the American Board of Vocational Experts.
- Active member of the National Association of Disability Evaluating Professionals
- Author of articles featured in national and regional journals as well as legal publications, including Michigan Lawyers Weekly
- As a United States Air Force veteran, Mr. Smolarski brings the discipline of military service to every case
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
At Beacon Rehab, we provide attorneys with comprehensive vocational reports and qualified expert witness testimony.
Services
We offer four interconnected services that together build a complete picture of an individual’s unique situation after an injury.
Life Care Planning
A Life Care Plan identifies the medical expenses associated with caring for an individual following a catastrophic or non-catastrophic injury. This service is essential for documenting the frequency, duration, purpose, and cost of the medical and non-medical needs your client will require throughout their lifetime.
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Future Medical Cost Projections
Future medical cost projections are typically used during mediation or settlement discussions. Unlike full life care plans, projections do not require coordination with other professionals.
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Functional Capacity Evaluations
These are detailed assessments designed to measure a person’s physical and functional abilities and their capacity to handle work-related tasks.
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Vocational Evaluations
Expert vocational evaluations, complete with clear, accessible reports and dependable professional support during depositions and trials.
Learn MoreOur Expertise Supports These Types of Cases
Our work covers a range of legal matters where vocational evaluations are critical:
- Personal injury cases
- Matrimonial legal support services
- Pediatric injury cases
We routinely evaluate clients with the following injuries:
- Amputations
- Brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Burns
- RSD/CRPS (pain)
- Transplants
- Cerebral palsy
- Brachial plexus
- Head injuries
Our Methodology & Process
A reputable vocational expert is built on two pillars: deep familiarity with the labor market and substantial experience in employment-related matters. Both inform every evaluation we produce.
At the core of our process is a worker trait factor analysis covering all 24 worker traits identified by the U.S. Department of Labor. We also consult with physicians, therapists, and relevant non-medical professionals to ensure the evaluation reflects a full picture of the individual’s situation.
Depending on your case, we offer vocational evaluations scaled for mediation or settlement, which represent a smaller investment, and comprehensive evaluations prepared for deposition or trial, which represent a larger investment.
The entire process operates under our one-stop damage expert methodology, which combines vocational evaluations, functional capacity evaluations, life care plans, and forensic economic evaluations under one roof, reducing the burden on your legal team.
The Importance of Vocational Evaluations
Mr. Smolarski’s ability to assess an individual’s working capacity, transferable skills, and earning potential plays a decisive role in personal injury damage calculations and divorce proceedings alike.
In personal injury matters, you need a defensible foundation for projecting future monetary damages. By documenting how the U.S. Department of Labor’s worker traits are affected by a disability, comparing the individual’s pre-injury and post-injury function, we provide a clear synthesis of vocational damages.
What Does a Vocational Evaluation Look Like?
The depth of any evaluation depends on how comprehensive your case requires it to be. Generally, you can expect the following:
- Expert vocational evaluations supported by clear, accessible reports
- Reliable support for depositions and trial testimony
- A final summary of damages that includes access to employment, transferable skills, and a vocational quotient
Frequently Asked Questions About Vocational Evaluations in Ohio
Below are some questions we frequently receive from attorneys preparing personal injury and matrimonial cases.
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What Is a Vocational Evaluation?
A vocational evaluation is a structured assessment that measures a person’s ability to obtain and maintain employment based on their individual capacities.
At Beacon Rehab, every vocational evaluation in Ohio integrates labor market data, U.S. Department of Labor worker trait analysis, and extensive experience to produce findings that clearly establish a summary of damages for your case.
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What is The Purpose of a Vocational Evaluation?
In personal injury cases, you need a defensible foundation for projecting future monetary damages, and a vocational evaluation supplies exactly that. By documenting how an injury reduces someone’s capacity to work, the evaluation translates a medical condition into measurable economic loss.
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How Long is a Vocational Evaluation?
The length of an evaluation depends on the purpose it is meant to serve. We offer two formats: A database-driven evaluation suited for mediation or settlement, which represents a smaller investment, and a comprehensive evaluation conducted over approximately two days, designed for deposition and trial.
