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Wage-Loss File Setup Checklist

From our guide Lost Wages Car Accident Claim: Proving the Income You Missed

  • Create separate folders for pre-crash earnings, post-crash payroll, work restrictions, and insurer correspondence.
  • Download original payroll files and preserve unedited copies.
  • Start a dated log of missed shifts, shortened days, and appointment-related absences.
  • Label paid leave separately from unpaid time.
  • Ask payroll who can verify your schedule and earnings in writing.
  • Save a copy of each submission with its delivery or upload confirmation.
  • Mark unresolved discrepancies for discussion with an attorney rather than guessing.

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General information only, not legal advice. Laws vary by state. Speak with a licensed attorney about your situation.

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