Areas of Practice

In the world of expert testimony, understanding the law is as critical as mastering the numbers. Because James Christopoulos holds a J.D., he possesses an innate understanding of the California Evidence Code and Federal Rules of Evidence. This allows him to draft reports that are not only economically sound but also legally insulated against motions to exclude. He understands the nuances of “foundation” and “relevance,” ensuring that his testimony aligns perfectly with your case theory and legal strategy.

Admissibility is the threshold of success. We adhere strictly to peer-reviewed methodologies and utilize authoritative data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Census Bureau. By applying the “Sargon” standard (under California law), we ensure that our conclusions are based on stable data rather than speculative “leap of faith” logic. Our calculations are transparent, reproducible, and grounded in accepted economic principles, making them highly resilient against challenges to their foundational reliability.

We do not rely on simple averages. We utilize the LPE Model (Life, Participation, and Employment probabilities), which incorporates socio-economic variables to provide a more granular and accurate projection of a plaintiff’s remaining years in the labor force. This approach accounts for periods of potential unemployment or illness, providing a defense-proof calculation that carries significantly more weight with a jury than a flat-line projection to age 65.

The selection of a discount rate is often the most contested element of a damages claim. We employ a Net Discount Rate approach, carefully balancing the projected growth of wages or medical costs (inflation) against the safe-rate of return on high-quality investments (like 10-year Treasury yields). In cases of future medical care (Life Care Plans), we apply medical-specific inflation indices to ensure that the award truly covers the cost of care over the plaintiff’s entire life expectancy.