Loss of Services Report
What is a Loss of Services Report?
Loss of Services reports are prepared by independent expert witnesses and are used in personal injury and fatal accident claims to assess the practical help, support, and household services a person provided before an injury or death, and to quantify the loss of that contribution.
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Loss of Services reports examine the type and extent of services previously provided, such as childcare, domestic chores, gardening, DIY, or caring for a family member, and calculate the cost of replacing them with paid or alternative support.
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Loss of Services reports are prepared in accordance with CPR Part 35, ensuring independence, impartiality, and compliance with all legal standards for expert evidence.
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A Loss of Services report quantifies the usual domestic or caring duties and the value of lost domestic support needed to be included in a damages claim, when a person who provided regular household, childcare, or care services to dependants dies or is injured.
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Loss of Services reports ensure that the often under-recognised value of domestic and caring contributions is properly accounted for in compensation claims. They can:
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Provide a robust, evidence-based valuation of lost services
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Help the court or negotiating parties understand the practical and financial impact of the loss
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Support fair and accurate settlements that reflect the real cost of replacing the services lost
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What's Included in the Report?
Our Loss of Services reports are charged on an hourly rate basis and usually include:​
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A review of relevant statements, records, and evidence outlining the Claimant’s or deceased person’s role in providing services
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Assess the type, frequency, and duration of services previously carried out
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Consider reasonable replacement costs, based on market rates and regional variations
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Provide a clear, costed schedule showing the value of the lost services over the relevant period
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Where applicable, make recommendations on alternative arrangements or adaptations that could reduce costs
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Preparing a CPR Part 35 compliant report detailing:
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The nature and scope of the lost services
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Calculations of replacement costs
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Any relevant assumptions or limitations
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Reasonable amendments following solicitor review
We also provide a fee estimate, so there are no surprises. This will be dependent on the volume of records and the general complexity of the case.
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​The hourly rate is set by the individual expert and reflects their specific area of expertise, the length of their clinical career, and their level of experience in preparing expert witness reports.
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