A jury verdict of $385,000 for pain and suffering damages for a 47-year-old man with a serious back injury (disc protrusion, microdiscectomy, likely further surgery including possible laminectomy and fusion, significant ongoing pain and lifestyle restrictions) was upheld as within the range open on the evidence. Parties who wish to challenge a damages figure put to a jury should articulate their objection with supporting submissions at trial, not merely state a bare objection.
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