Earning Capacity Assessment-Divorce Litigation
A vocational assessment analyzes work history, skills, medical status, any limitations, and current labor market. The above information is compared to assess what type of work someone could perform, and the existence of the specified jobs in the labor market. She has been qualified as a vocational expert in a variety of courts including: Forsythe, Guilford, Mecklenburg, Wake and Wilkes Counties.

Earning Capacity Assessment-Personal Injury
Maria has been involved in a variety of personal injury cases where earning capacity has been an issue. These cases usually involve a degree of impairment which factors into the assessment.
 
Vocational Assessment-Social Security
Vocational assessments and testimony in Social Security cases can make the difference in an applicant receiving benefits. In many instances, the Social Security Administration hires a vocational expert to provide information during the hearing. Having a qualified vocational expert on your side who understands the way that the Social Security process works, and understands how to present information in a useful way to the Administrative Law Judges can be instrumental in a positive outcome.

File Consultation
Vocational evaluation of files is another valuable tool that attorneys can use in case preparation. Maria has experience in working with attorneys, paralegals, legal nurse consultants, and life care planners to assess vocational issues in cases. Expert witness services are not always needed.

Job Placement Assistance
Placement assistance is frequently utilized in Worker's Compensation cases to return the injured worker to gainful employment. In addition, placement services are offered to other clients to assist them in re-entering or transitioning in the labor market.

Long Term Disability Evaluations
We provide on-site case management, evaluations and labor market surveys for a number of long term disability carriers. Due to our years of experience, we understand the unique demands in disability insurance and tailor our services to meet those needs.

Life Care Plans
We provide comprehensive life care plans for a variety of cases. Maria is qualified to develop life care plans including both medical and vocational issues. She also works with life care planners who are not able to address vocational issues to provide this component on a complete plan.