Economic Damages
Common Weaknesses in Lost Profits Analysis
Damages opinions are more durable when their assumptions, comparators, and calculations can be traced and tested.
May 2026 · 8 min read
These practical considerations are intended to help teams organize their approach to complex matters. The appropriate strategy will always depend on the facts, governing rules, and advice of qualified counsel.
Key considerations
- Test assumptions against reliable business, market, and industry evidence.
- Make the but-for model and causal assumptions explicit.
- Document data sources, adjustments, and sensitivity analysis in a reviewable format.
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