Car Accident Lawsuit in Pennsylvania

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Statute of Limitations

Pennsylvania imposes a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims under 42 Pa. C.S. § 5524. The state is a no-fault/choice state with mandatory $5,000 PIP coverage. Drivers choose between "limited tort" (can only sue for pain and suffering if injuries are serious — defined as death, serious impairment of body function, or permanent serious disfigurement) and "full tort" (full right to sue for any injury). Modified comparative negligence with a 51% bar applies. Minimum liability is 15/30/5.

2 years from accident date

Pennsylvania Data

Exposure in Pennsylvania

Source: PennDOT 2024

Source: Insurance industry data

Source: NHTSA FARS 2024

Medical Resources

Clinics & Specialists in Pennsylvania

Penn Presbyterian Medical Center (Level I Trauma Center)

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