and its Impact on Lost Profits Calculations These are challenging times. Financial experts are faced with economic uncertainty and differing projections from various sources as to what the “new normal” will look like. Regardless of the economic circumstances, financial experts are hired to estimate lost profits. These calculations must be made with reasonable certainty. But to be reasonably certain, proximate cause must be considered. To properly consider causation during these current times, an expert must consider the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the economic shutdown. Without such consideration, an expert’s report will not reflect reality and could be construed…