Overview

This session, led by Lois Norris, will explore the key issues involved in applying and challenging multipliers in care claims. Attendees will gain practical insights into the use of Ogden multipliers, the circumstances in which alternative approaches may be justified, and methods for ensuring that care claims remain robust in the face of changing circumstances. The session will also examine how different hypothetical scenarios can affect claim valuation and outcomes, helping practitioners make informed and defensible decisions.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

• Explain the role and application of Ogden multipliers in the valuation of care claims
• Identify the circumstances in which alternative multiplier approaches may be appropriate and understand the legal and practical considerations that support them
• Assess the impact of relevant case law on the application and challenge of multipliers in care claims
• Evaluate how different care scenarios and changing circumstances can influence claim valuation and the selection of an appropriate multiplier
• Apply practical strategies to develop robust, evidence-based care claims that can withstand challenge