Personal Injury

Many accident victims feel fine immediately after a vehicle crash, only to develop serious symptoms hours or days later. Adrenaline, shock, and inflammation often mask pain and injury during the initial moments. Delayed symptoms can indicate significant underlying trauma that requires prompt medical attention. Common Delayed Symptoms After an Accident Several types of injuries...

When an injury occurs, the losses extend far beyond medical bills and lost wages. The emotional cost, chronic pain, loss of enjoyment, and long-term life changes all matter—and these fall under non-economic damages. In Pennsylvania, there is no cap on non-economic damages in most personal injury cases. What Are Non-Economic Damages? Non-economic damages cover...

Emotional distress damages are not automatic. Pennsylvania law demands convincing proof of the mental and emotional harm suffered. Strong evidence can make the difference between a denied claim and full compensation. For example emotional distress due to a loved one's wrongful death. Why Evidence Matters Courts require proof that emotional distress is genuine, significant,...

When purchasing auto insurance in Pennsylvania, drivers must choose between limited tort and full tort coverage. This decision has major implications if you are injured in a car accident and wish to seek compensation. While limited tort offers lower premiums, it also limits your right to recover certain damages. Full tort provides broader legal...

In Pennsylvania personal injury cases, pain and suffering compensation is often a significant part of a victim’s recovery. However, pain and suffering are non-economic damages, unlike medical bills or lost wages which come with specific dollar amounts. Because there is no fixed formula, their value depends on several key factors. What Is Considered Pain...

In Pennsylvania, modified comparative negligence does not eliminate your rights, but it directly limits your recovery based on your share of responsibility of the personal injury accident. What Is Modified Comparative Negligence? Modified comparative negligence allows you to recover compensation for your injuries even if you are partially at fault. However, Pennsylvania law imposes...