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Upstate and Litigate

Upstate and Litigate

By Basch and Keegan, LLP

Listen to Derek Spada and John DeGasperis, law partners at Basch & Keegan Personal Injury Law Firm in the Hudson Valley, discuss all things legal. Derek and John bring a unique energy to the show by offering an educational experience surrounding legal issues while also being lighthearted at times, comical and entertaining. New episodes are released every month.
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Upstate & Litigate, Ep. 1: Ambulance Chasing

Upstate and LitigateAug 23, 2023

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Upstate & Litigate, Episode 15: Pedal Power & Legal Rights: Bicycle Accidents in NY

Upstate & Litigate, Episode 15: Pedal Power & Legal Rights: Bicycle Accidents in NY

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.

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Apr 02, 202433:09
Upstate & Litigate, Episode 14: Jury Instructions

Upstate & Litigate, Episode 14: Jury Instructions

Partners Derek Spada & John DeGasperis discuss the impact of pattern jury instructions in a trial, and how they can be confusing sometimes.

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Mar 05, 202435:30
Upstate & Litigate, Episode 13: Wrongful Death Cases

Upstate & Litigate, Episode 13: Wrongful Death Cases

Partners Derek Spada & John DeGasperis discuss Wrongful Death Claims in Episode 13 of Upstate & Litigate.

At Basch & Keegan, we have handled ONLY accident & injury claims in the Hudson Valley for over 35 years.

Feb 26, 202437:55
Upstate & Litigate, Episode 12: Slip & Falls

Upstate & Litigate, Episode 12: Slip & Falls


Partners Derek Spada & John DeGasperis discuss Slip & Falls in Episode 12 of Upstate & Litigate.

If you experience a slip & fall, you want an experienced legal advocate on your side. Our job is get you compensated while you heal. At Basch & Keegan, we have handled ONLY accident & injury claims in the Hudson Valley for over 35 years. Watch Derek & John talk about this topic, and what you should do if you're ever in a car wreck. Listen now!


Jan 02, 202434:55
Upstate & Litigate, Episode 11: Car Collisions

Upstate & Litigate, Episode 11: Car Collisions

Partners Derek Spada & John DeGasperis discuss Car Collisions in Episode 11 of Upstate & Litigate.

If you were in a car collision, you want an experienced legal advocate on your side. Our job is get you compensated while you heal. At Basch & Keegan, we have handled ONLY accident & injury claims in the Hudson Valley for over 35 years. Watch Derek & John talk about this topic, and what you should do if you're ever in a car wreck. Listen now!

Dec 08, 202335:46
Upstate & Litigate, Episode 10: Legal Writing

Upstate & Litigate, Episode 10: Legal Writing

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 sets Basch & Keegan apart from other firms who need to farm out their legal writing. Derek J. Spada & John A. DeGasperis discuss the importance of legal writing and the impact it has on clients in the latest episode of Upstate & Litigate. Listen now!

Nov 06, 202336:23
Upstate & Litigate, Episode 9: Nursing Home Neglect & Abuse Cases

Upstate & Litigate, Episode 9: Nursing Home Neglect & Abuse Cases

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 discuss Nursing Home Neglect and Abuse cases.

Oct 03, 202320:17
Upstate & Litigate, Ep. 6: Jury Selection

Upstate & Litigate, Ep. 6: Jury Selection

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.

Sep 27, 202331:05
Upstate & Litigate, Ep. 8: Celebrating 35 Years!

Upstate & Litigate, Ep. 8: Celebrating 35 Years!

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 & Litigate are released every month.

Basch & Keegan is a personal injury law firm based out Kingston, NY in the heart of Hudson Valley. We have offices in Kingston, Poughkeepsie and Albany. Basch & Keegan, Here to Help.

Sep 05, 202348:33
Upstate & Litigate, Ep. 7: Independent Medical Exams

Upstate & Litigate, Ep. 7: Independent Medical Exams

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 independent medical exam (IME). This appointment is set up by the defense lawyer at the request of the insurance company. Keep in mind, neither of those parties want you to win your case. IME's are the center topic of our latest Episode of Upstate & Litigate with attorneys Derek Spada & John DeGasperis from the Hudson Valley in Upstate New York.

Aug 23, 202347:18
Upstate & Litigate, Ep. 5: Motorcycle Accidents

Upstate & Litigate, Ep. 5: Motorcycle Accidents

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.

Aug 23, 202330:44
Upstate & Litigate, Ep. 4: Medical Malpractice

Upstate & Litigate, Ep. 4: Medical Malpractice

What is Medical Malpractice? Basch & Keegan law partners Derek J. Spada and John A. DeGasperis from Kingston, NY discuss this topic in the latest episode of Upstate & Litigate. Upstate & Litigate is a podcast centered on all things legal. Derek and John bring a unique energy to the show by offering an educational experience surrounding legal issues while also being lighthearted at times, comical and entertaining. Listen now!

Aug 23, 202327:58
Upstate & Litigate, Ep. 3: The Trial Process

Upstate & Litigate, Ep. 3: The Trial Process

In Episode 3 of Upstate & Litigate, law partners Derek Spada and John DeGasperis discuss the overall Trial Process in this video. Listen to this educational podcast from two established attorneys in the Hudson Valley of New York State.

Aug 23, 202322:08
Upstate & Litigate, Ep. 2: Slip & Falls on Ice & Snow

Upstate & Litigate, Ep. 2: Slip & Falls on Ice & Snow

Basch & Keegan Law Partners, John DeGasperis and Derek Spada, recently sat down to launch “Upstate & Litigate”, a new videocast series. Episode 2 focuses on Slip & Fall Accident and Injuries due to winter weather. Listen to the full episode now!

Aug 23, 202319:46
Upstate & Litigate, Ep. 1: Ambulance Chasing

Upstate & Litigate, Ep. 1: Ambulance Chasing

Basch & Keegan Law Partners, John DeGasperis and Derek Spada, recently sat down to launch “Upstate & Litigate”, a new podcast series. Episode 1 has ambulance chasing as the center topic. The lawyers discuss how ambulance chasing not only gives attorneys everywhere a bad reputation, but it also humiliates the injured parties because they feel like they are just a commodity to the lawyer who rushed to their “rescue.” Listen now!

Aug 23, 202331:03