Mar 27, 202528 minS2
<p>Depositions are a key part of every personal injury case, helping attorneys gather crucial testimony before trial. In this episode, Eli Basch, Maureen Keegan, and Derek Spada explain how both plaintiffs and...
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Upstate and Litigate
Hosted by Basch Keegan & Spada, LLP · business · EN-US
About this Podcast:
Upstate & Litigate is a legal podcast hosted by Basch Keegan & Spada's partners Eli B. Basch, Maureen A. Keegan, and Derek J. Spada. Join them as they share their expertise and experience in personal injury law, offering insights on trial strategies, expert witnesses, and key aspects of the legal process. Whether you’re a legal professional or someone curious about the law, Upstate & Litigate delivers valuable knowledge and real-world stories from the courtroom. Tune in for practical advice, compelling discussions, and a behind-the-scenes look at personal injury law in the Hudson Valley.
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What is Upstate and Litigate about?
Upstate & Litigate is a legal podcast hosted by Basch Keegan & Spada's partners Eli B. Basch, Maureen A. Keegan, and Derek J. Spada. Join them as they share their expertise and experience in personal injury law, offering insights on trial strategies, expert witnesses, and key aspects of the legal process.
Who hosts Upstate and Litigate?
Upstate and Litigate is hosted by Basch Keegan & Spada, LLP. The show has published 23 episodes to date.
What has Upstate and Litigate covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Upstate & Litigate Episode 7 Season 2, Depositions: The Key to Every Case" (27 March 2025, 28 minutes), "Upstate & Litigate, Episode 6:Recreational Injuries: When Fun Turns to Liability"" (5 March 2025, 23 minutes), and "Upstate & Litigate Ep. 5: Understanding Pain & Suffering in Personal Injury Cases" (3 February 2025, 32 minutes).
How often does Upstate and Litigate publish?
Upstate and Litigate publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 33 minutes across 23 episodes.
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Basch Keegan & Spada, LLP hosts Upstate and Litigate, a business podcast with 23 episodes published.
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Upstate and Litigate
Upstate & Litigate – Episode 6:Recreational Injuries: When Fun Turns to Liability"
Mar 5, 202523 minS0<p>When Fun Turns to Liability: What You Need to Know About Recreational Injuries</p><p>From amusement parks to trampoline centers, recreational activities should be all about fun—but when accidents happen, who’s...
- Feb 3, 202532 minS2
<p>How do you put a price on pain? In Season 2, Episode 5 of Upstate & Litigate, attorneys Derek Spada, Maureen Keegan, and Eli Basch break down one of the most challenging aspects of personal injury law: explaining and...
Jan 7, 202530 minS2<p> In Episode 4 of Season 2, our attorneys dive into the critical role expert witnesses play in personal injury cases. Derek Spada, Maureen Keegan, and Eli Basch share fascinating stories from their careers—revealing...
Episode #3
Upstate & Litigate - Season 2, Ep 3: The Love / Hate Relationship with Insurance Companies
Dec 2, 202431 minS2<p>This special episode marks the first time all three partners—Eli Basch, Maureen Keegan, and Derek Spada—sit down together to share their insights. From tackling the tricks insurance companies use to dodge...
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- Oct 29, 202421 minS2
<p>Upstate & Litigate is back for Season 2! </p> <p>In episode 2, law partners Derek Spada and John DeGasperis dive into product liability law, unpacking what happens when trusted companies let consumers down. Tune in...
Sep 23, 202422 minS2<p>Upstate & Litigate is BACK for Season 2! <br>In our first episode, law partners Derek Spada and John DeGasperis dive into the world of attorney advertising—starting with why we loathe the term 'ambulance chaser.' If...
- May 17, 202445 minS1
<p>In this episode partners Derek Spada & John DeGasperis invite local workers compensation attorney Ralph Kirk onto Upstate & Litigate! The three lawyers discuss how workers compensation claims intersect with personal...
- Apr 2, 202433 minS1
<p>Partners Derek Spada & John DeGasperis discuss the rights of cyclists in New York and what to do if you've been injured on a bike while riding on a public roadway. </p> <p>Listen to Upstate & Litigate now! </p> <p>...
- Mar 5, 202435 minS1
<p>Partners Derek Spada & John DeGasperis discuss the impact of pattern jury instructions in a trial, and how they can be confusing sometimes. </p> <p>Listen to Upstate & Litigate now! </p>
- Feb 26, 202438 minS1
<p>Partners Derek Spada & John DeGasperis discuss Wrongful Death Claims in Episode 13 of Upstate & Litigate. </p> <p>At Basch & Keegan, we have handled ONLY accident & injury claims in the Hudson Valley for over 35...
Episode #12
Upstate & Litigate, Episode 12: Slip & Falls
Jan 2, 202435 minS1<p><br></p> <p>Partners Derek Spada & John DeGasperis discuss Slip & Falls in Episode 12 of Upstate & Litigate. </p> <p>If you experience a slip & fall, you want an experienced legal advocate on your side. Our job is...
- Dec 8, 202336 minS1
<p>Partners Derek Spada & John DeGasperis discuss Car Collisions in Episode 11 of Upstate & Litigate. </p> <p>If you were in a car collision, you want an experienced legal advocate on your side. Our job is get you...
- Nov 6, 202336 minS1
<p>Legal Writing is the backbone of any firm. At Basch & Keegan Personal Injury Law Firm in the Hudson Valley of NY, we handle all of our legal writing in house. This includes all motions, pleadings and appeals. This...
- Oct 3, 202320 minS1
<p>Basch & Keegan is a personal injury law firm based in the Hudson Valley in Upstate New York. Hosts and partners, Derek Spada & John DeGasperis, welcome co-founder and partner, Maureen Keegan, onto episode 9 to...
- Sep 27, 202331 minS1
<p> In this episode Hudson Valley Based attorneys Derek Spada & John DeGasperis talk about Jury Selection and how much that impacts a trial. New episodes of Upstate & Litigate are released every month. </p>
Sep 5, 202349 minS1<p>In this episode attorneys Derek Spada & John DeGasperis invited Eli Basch onto Upstate & Litigate to discuss his career and his role as a mentor. You don’t want to miss this special episode! New episodes of Upstate &...
Aug 23, 202347 minS1<p>If you have been injured in an accident, your treating doctor should be able to provide an initial exam of your injuries. However, an insurance company may require that you undergo what is claimed to be an...
Aug 23, 202328 minS1<p>Jury Selection is a vital part of the trial process. Episode 6 of Upstate & Litigate is centered around Jury Selection and Jury Duty. In this episode, attorneys John & Derek from Upstate New York take a deep dive...
Aug 23, 202331 minS1<p>In Episode 5 of Upstate & Litigate, attorneys John DeGasperis and Derek Spada from Kingston, NY discuss motorcycle accidents and rights of bikers. Listen now to this important topic. </p>
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