PERSONAL INJURY CALCULATORS

Lost Wages & Earning Capacity Calculator — United States

Calculate past lost income and future loss of earning capacity for your personal injury or accident claim.

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Your regular weekly hours before injury.
% earning reduction during periods of partial return to work.
Value of lost benefits (health, pension, vacation) as % of salary. Typically 15–30%.
Years you expect to earn less due to permanent injury. 0 if fully recovered.
% reduction in annual earning ability due to permanent impairment.
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Disclaimer: Future loss claims require economist and vocational expert evidence. This estimate is not discounted to present value. Not legal advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What documentation do I need to prove lost wages in a personal injury claim?
Essential documents: pay stubs from the past 6–12 months, W-2s or tax returns for 2–3 years, employer letter confirming missed work and rate of pay, and for self-employed claimants — Schedule C filings and profit/loss statements. Future earning capacity claims require vocational expert and economist testimony.
Are personal injury lost wages taxable in the US?
Under IRC §104, compensatory damages for physical injuries (including lost wages) received in a personal injury settlement or judgment are generally not taxable. However, punitive damages and damages for emotional distress unrelated to physical injury are taxable.
How far into the future can I claim lost earning capacity?
You can claim projected future loss until your expected retirement age (typically 65–67). The calculation requires: a vocational expert to assess your remaining work capacity, and an economist to calculate the present value of the future income stream. Courts require this expert evidence for large future loss claims.

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