Services

Workers’ Compensation Policy Analysis

Burton Ratings Services offers expert insight into the design, evaluation, and reform of workers’ compensation systems. With over four decades of experience, John Frederick Burton provides independent analysis that supports legislation, legal decisions, and administrative reform. Our work helps stakeholders improve fairness, efficiency, and adequacy across state and national systems.

Impairment Guidelines Review

We provide expert evaluation of permanent impairment rating systems, ensuring they are fair, consistent, and grounded in real-world outcomes. John Frederick Burton’s research has influenced how impairment is assessed across multiple jurisdictions, helping policymakers and legal professionals understand the broader implications of guideline changes.

Expert Reports & Testimony

John Frederick Burton provides authoritative, data-driven reports and expert testimony for legal proceedings, legislative hearings, and regulatory reviews. His impartial analysis and deep subject-matter expertise are trusted by attorneys, government agencies, and policy organizations nationwide.

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F.A.Q.

Answers to common questions about our services and areas of expertise.

We work with government agencies, law firms, policy organizations, labor unions, insurers, and academic institutions seeking expert guidance on workers’ compensation and disability policy.

Yes. John Frederick Burton has extensive experience offering expert reports and testimony in legal, legislative, and administrative contexts, backed by decades of research and policy leadership.

Absolutely. We provide independent analysis of state and federal systems, offering insight into adequacy, benefit design, cost-efficiency, and compliance with national standards.

Yes. We analyze proposed or existing permanent impairment guidelines to assess fairness, medical validity, and alignment with best practices across jurisdictions.

Simply visit our Contact page or call us at (585) 939-7500 to start a conversation about how we can support your policy or legal needs.