Office Practice in the Valuation of Compensation Losses [Discussion]

This paper is a praiseworthy contribution in the domain of practical rather than theoretical problems. The methods outlined are undoubtedly clear and in the case of the :New York State Insurance Fund appear to be practical and to permit of rapid application. It would seem to me, however, that a method of group valuation, as suggested by Mr. Dawson at page 99 in his article entitled "Workmen's Compensation Claim Reserves" (Proceedings, Vol. I, p. 90), would be preferable in the case of temporary disabilities.