How is pain and suffering calculated?

Answer by  Advisor (1032)

Pain management clinincs use sliding scale (includes pictures of happy/sad faces) to communicate the level of pain. For insurance companies or worker's compensation plans, consult caseworker to determine their methods.

Answer by  ZackM (39)

Pain and suffering is calculated by how severe the pain is and how long the pain lasts. Pain and suffering is not only physical, but mental as well. Another factor to be calculated would be the person's psychological state of mind, rather than only calculating his or her physical pain.