Prognosis and Future Impact Report
Independent psychiatric opinion on long-term prognosis and future impact of psychiatric conditions in England and Wales. Our psychiatrists provide detailed analysis of expected recovery trajectory, ongoing limitations, and future care needs to assist with damages assessment.
When This Report Is Instructed
- Personal injury claims requiring assessment of future losses
- Cases where long-term psychiatric consequences are anticipated
- Schedule of loss preparation requiring expert psychiatric input
- Claims involving chronic or treatment-resistant conditions
- Assessment of future care, treatment, and support needs
- Cases where initial prognosis requires updating
What the Report Covers
- Comprehensive review of psychiatric history and treatment response
- Assessment of current condition and trajectory of recovery
- Analysis of prognostic factors (positive and negative)
- Opinion on expected duration of symptoms and disability
- Assessment of likelihood of full recovery versus chronic impairment
- Evaluation of future treatment needs and likely response
- Opinion on future impact on employment and earning capacity
- Assessment of impact on relationships and quality of life
- Consideration of risk of relapse or deterioration
- Recommendations for ongoing support and intervention
The report provides independent expert psychiatric opinion to assist the court or tribunal and does not determine liability, findings of fact, or legal outcomes.
Expert Standards
Duty to the Court
Independent, objective opinion uninfluenced by the instructing party.
CPR Part 35 Compliance
Full compliance with CPR Part 35 and Practice Direction.
Statement of Truth
Expert declaration and Statement of Truth included.
This applies equally to claimant, defendant, and single joint expert instructions.
How to Instruct
Send your instruction
Email instruct@psychiatric.report with your letter of instruction, relevant documents, medical records, and questions to address.
Assessment arranged
Assessment arranged remotely or at a suitable location, as required by the instruction.
Draft report issued
Draft report provided for review. Part 35 questions and addenda addressed as applicable.
Final report delivered
Final report with CPR declarations. Court attendance available if required.
Practicalities
Turnaround
2–4 weeks standard; expedited available subject to availability
Indicative Fee
£1,400–£1,800
Subject to complexity and records volume
Additional work: Part 35 questions, addenda, joint statements, and court attendance are available where required. Fees for additional work are confirmed once scope is clear.
We typically respond within 1 working day.