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Updated March 2026

Ogilvie Decision

Definition

A 2011 California Court of Appeal decision allowing injured workers to rebut the diminished future earning capacity adjustment in the PDRS by presenting vocational evidence showing their actual loss of earning capacity exceeds what the rating schedule provides. The decision established three methods for rebutting the scheduled rating.

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What is a Ogilvie Decision?

A 2011 California Court of Appeal decision allowing injured workers to rebut the diminished future earning capacity adjustment in the PDRS by presenting vocational evidence showing their actual loss of earning capacity exceeds what the rating schedule provides. The decision established three methods for rebutting the scheduled rating.

How does the ogilvie decision process work in California?

The ogilvie decision process is part of California's workers' compensation system. The procedure involves specific timelines, documentation requirements, and procedural steps that must be followed by all parties involved in the claim.