Facts: Mitchell Cohen was injured in a motor vehicle accident on May 27, 2014, resulting in various physical and psychological injuries. Cohen alleges these injuries are permanent and disabling. Defendants admit liability but contest the severity and permanence of the injuries, suggesting Cohen has exaggerated his condition.

Issue: The court needed to determine the appropriate amount of damages to award Cohen, considering the disputed nature of the injuries and their impact on his future earning capacity and quality of life.

Court's Ruling: The court found that Cohen's injuries were neither as minor as the defendants suggested nor as severe as Cohen claimed. The judge awarded damages based on a moderate assessment of Cohen's ongoing symptoms and their impact on his ability to work and perform daily activities.

Costs/Damages Awarded: The court awarded Cohen damages for past and future loss of earnings, cost of future care, and non-pecuniary damages for a total of $681,428.81.