Illinois Life Care Planning
Beacon Rehab, a Proven Damages Expert Supporting Illinois Cases of Personal Injury
With over 4 decades of experience and reliable methodologies, we are fully qualified to help you navigate the complexities of life care planning. Choose Beacon Rehabilitation as your life care planner in Illinois today.
If you’d like to request an evaluation with us, call us today at (734) 665-8326 or send us a message.
Beacon Rehabilitation in Illinois
Beacon Rehabilitation serves the communities in the state of Illinois and is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Service Area – Illinois
Contact
- Phone: (734) 665-8326
- Fax: 734-665-2584
- Email: [email protected]
Business Hours
- Monday: 9 AM to 5 PM
- Tuesday: 9 AM to 5 PM
- Wednesday: 9 AM to 5 PM
- Thursday: 9 AM to 5 PM
- Friday: 9 AM to 5 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
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About Beacon Rehab
Beacon Rehabilitation, founded by Ronald Smolarski (MA, CLCP, CEA, CRC, IPEC, LPC, CCM, CVE, CRV, CDEII), has over four decades of experience serving personal injury attorneys.
We apply the peer-reviewed Standards of Practice for Life Care Planning. Unlike conventional approaches, Beacon Rehab prioritizes real-world medical costs over government discounted costs, ensuring accuracy and reliability in our assessments.
Mr. Smolarski’s affiliation with esteemed organizations such as the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP) and The Care Planner Network reaffirms his commitment to excellence and professional development.
Here are some of the certifications carried by Mr. Smolarski:
- Certified Life Care Planner
- Forensic Economist (CEA)
- Certified Functional Capacity Evaluator /Certified Disability Examiner II
- Certified Vocational Evaluator
- Diplomate – American Board of Vocational Experts
- Diplomate – Certified Rehabilitation Vocationologist
- Diplomate – American Board of Medical Psychotherapists and Psychodiagnosticians
- Certified Rehabilitation Counselor
- Licensed Professional Counselor
- Certified International Psychometric Evaluator
- Certified Case Manager
» Mr. Smolarski’s full Vitae (PDF File)
Why Choose Beacon Rehab as Your Life Care Planner in Illinois?
We are the preferred life care planner in Illinois by legal professionals. Here’s why:
- Over 40 years in the industry
- Nationally recognized Certified Life Care Planner (CLCP), certified by the International Commission on Health Care Certification (ICHCC)
- Proud member of the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP) and The Care Planner Network
- Made relevant life care planning contributions to national and regional journals
- Beacon Rehab applies the peer-reviewed Standards of Practice for Life Care Planners using real world medical costs
- Our founder, Ronald Smolarski, served in the United States Air Force
To request an evaluation, call us today at (734) 665-8326 or send us a message to request an evaluation.
Testimonials
Timothy Heath
“A Chicago suburban man who had parts of his intestines removed after an untreated abdominal infection was awarded $49 million in a medical malpractice verdict in Cook County Circuit Court. Mr. Smolarski was the Life Care Planner. He provided a life care plan, including a particularly good description of what was going on with our client and what was going to be needed for care and treatment. Ron’s reports were very thorough. He conducted this skill set, which included extra work under rushed conditions – this was extremely helpful. Further, Ron provided consultations with our doctors involved in the case.”
Richard J. Pendergast
Attorney at Law
“I had the pleasure of working with Ronald Smolarski in connection with a case which involved a patient with Cerebral Palsy, along with a multitude of complex cognitive deficits. Mr. Smolarski gave an excellent comprehensive assessment of our client’s long-term needs and the costs corresponding thereto. Mr. Smolarski has a broad base of experience in rehabilitation, economics, and life care planning. His experience, his work product, and his willingness to accommodate schedules and deadlines made him a true asset to our case. I would highly recommend his services.”
George Brugess and Cogan Power
Attorneys at Law
“Ron helped us on a catastrophic injury case involving a young man with bilateral leg amputation. Ron was thorough in his analysis of the future medical needs of my client. At trial, Ron was excellent in explaining to the jury the damages suffered. As a result of Ron’s hard work, the jury returned an Illinois record verdict in a FELA case.”
Wendy Schiller-Nichols
Attorney at Law
“Mr. Smolarski made a difference in my case that settled for over a million dollars. He was very experienced, professional, and testified well. I would definitely use him again in the future in my personal injury cases.”
We Work With
Personal Injury Attorneys/Lawyers
Our partners include personal injury attorneys and lawyers seeking expert guidance in creating robust life care plans tailored to the unique needs of their cases.
Services
Explore Beacon Rehabilitation’s wide range of services.
Life Care Planning
Life care planning is a comprehensive process that involves assessing and documenting the long-term needs, services, and costs associated with caring for an individual who has suffered a catastrophic or non-catastrophic injury.
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Future Medical Cost Projections
Future medical cost projections offer a more efficient and cost-effective option for mediation or settlement purposes only. They do not require the input of other professionals.
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Functional Capacity Evaluations
Functional capacity evaluations determine a person’s physical/functional capabilities and limitations in relation to possible work duties and occupational tasks.
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Vocational Evaluations
These evaluations utilize objective testing methodologies to provide comprehensive insights into the individual’s wage-earning capacity and current and future employability.
Learn MoreOur Expertise Supports These Types of Cases
The types of cases we cover at Beacon Rehab:
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Medical Malpractice
- Wrongful Death
- Personal Injury
- Premises Liability
- Product Liability
The types of personal injuries (catastrophic, and non-catastrophic) and disabilities we cover:
- Spinal Cord Injuries
- Birth Injuries (infant brain damage, cerebral palsy, Erb’s palsy, other birth injuries)
- Brain and Head Injuries
- Back or Neck Injuries
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Amputations
- Paralysis
- Brachial Plexus
- Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome (Complex Regional Pain Syndrome) – Chronic Pain
- Carpal Tunnel
- Rotator Cuff Injury
- Paraplegia and Quadriplegia
- Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
- Blindness
- Severe Burns
- Multiple Injury Disabilities
Our Methodology & Process
At Beacon Rehab, our methodologies are based on the highest industry standards.
Here’s a summary of our process.
Beacon Rehabilitation’s life care planning process begins with a thorough intake session, which can last from one to three hours, the duration of this session may change depending on the severity of the individual’s condition.
In most cases, these sessions are conducted in the evaluee’s geographical area of residence, as our equipment is fully portable. However, the evaluee may opt for conducting the session in our location in Ann Arbor, MI.
This intake involves determining the necessary medical and non-medical items, their frequency, duration, and purpose, which are then shared with the treating physician or therapist for validation and/or collaborative modification.
Costs are then meticulously researched based on the evaluee’s geographical location. The time required to determine the costs can vary from 5 hours to 50 hours depending on the severity of the diagnosis.
As a rule of thumb, the entire process can take about three months. Medical projections can take less time.
The Importance of Life Care Planning
In essence, a well-constructed life care plan provides a robust foundation for understanding the ongoing and future expenses of an individual following a catastrophic or non-catastrophic personal injury.
With a life care plan in hand, legal professionals can represent their clients more effectively, ensuring that their needs are comprehensively addressed and they receive fair compensation.
What Does a Life Care Plan Look Like?
As a professional life care planner in Illinois, we are committed to creating detailed life care plans that include detailed information about the injured individual as well as the sources used during the process.
- Detailed information regarding actual dollar costs for:
- Medical expenses
- Equipment for care
- Therapy
- Transportation
- Architectural renovations
- Diagnostic testing
- Vocational/Education Plan
- Home Care/Facility Care
- Aids for independent functioning
- Guardianship/Financial Planner
- Health and strength maintenance
- The sources used to determine these costs
- The methodology used in making these determinations
- When applicable, providing expert witness testimony in a deposition or trial
Frequently Asked Questions About Life Care Planning in Michigan
Additional information about life care planning.
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What Types of Professionals Are Involved in Creating a Life Care Plan?
Creating a comprehensive life care plan involves a team of skilled professionals working collaboratively to ensure accuracy, relevance, and effectiveness.
The professionals involved in the process of creating a life care plan may include a Certified Life Care Planner (CLCP), a doctor of physical medicine, therapists, and other types of medical professionals.
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For the Purpose of Life Care Planning, What Is a Catastrophic Injury?
In the realm of life care planning, a catastrophic injury refers to a severe and often permanent injury that results in significant loss of physical/functional capabilities, drastically impacting the individual’s quality of life and ability to perform daily activities.
These injuries typically have profound and long-lasting consequences, requiring extensive medical treatment, ongoing care, and support services.
Some types of catastrophic injuries include spinal cord injuries, brain injuries, and a range of birth injuries.
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What is a Certified Life Care Planner (CLCP)?
A Certified Life Care Planner (CLCP) is a professional who specializes in the development of comprehensive life care plans for individuals who have experienced catastrophic or non-catastrophic injuries.
These plans outline the current and future needs of the individual, including medical care, rehabilitation services, support services, and associated costs.
Beacon Rehab is your trusted life care planner in Illinois, to learn more about our services or to request an evaluation, call us today at (734) 665-8326 or send us a message.
