Can financial experts testify on hedonic damages?

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Abstract: Over the years, it’s become quite common for plaintiffs in wrongful death and serious personal injury cases to seek “hedonic damages” — that is, damages intended to compensate for the loss of enjoyment of life. Although hedonic damages are widely accepted, the issue of whether financial experts should be permitted to quantify these damages remains controversial. This article discusses attempts that have been made to put a value on human life, along with the objections they’ve raised.