Hedonic Damages

What Does Hedonic Damages Mean?

Hedonic damages refer to the loss of pleasure and enjoyment in life due to an injury and the recovery process. Plaintiffs may seek monetary compensation for hedonic damages through the courts.

Insuranceopedia Explains Hedonic Damages

In an injury lawsuit, the court can calculate certain types of compensation for the plaintiff, such as hospital bills or lost income, as these are quantifiable and straightforward to assess. Hedonic damages, however, are challenging to quantify, as it is difficult to determine what would be an adequate monetary value for the loss of enjoyment in life. Due to this complexity, some courts choose not to include hedonic damages when awarding compensation.