How do you put a price on pain? In Season 2, Episode 5 of Upstate & Litigate, attorneys Derek Spada, Maureen Keegan, and Eli Basch break down one of the most challenging aspects of personal injury law: explaining and quantifying pain and suffering.

Unlike medical bills or lost wages, there’s no calculator for non-economic damages. As Derek Spada points out, every client’s experience is unique, and it’s our job as attorneys to help jurors and insurance companies understand the full impact of an injury. Maureen Keegan highlights the difficulty jurors face in grasping the concept of pain and suffering in a short trial, while Eli Basch emphasizes the irony of the term "jury award"—it’s not a prize, but an attempt to make a person whole again.

At Basch Keegan & Spada, we bring strong fact witnesses and compelling evidence to ensure our clients receive the compensation they deserve. It’s both our obligation and our privilege to fight for them.