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Serving communities across Pennsylvania.

  • Philadelphia
  • Pittsburgh
  • State College
  • Harrisburg

Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, and other Pennsylvania communities can seek a free review through AttorneyDirectory.

Philadelphia is a frequent venue for complex civil and injury litigation. We do not file those cases and we do not guarantee outcomes.

Legal snapshot

How Pennsylvania cases are often discussed

General information about how legal matters are often discussed in Pennsylvania. This is not legal advice, and rules change.

  • Fault rule

    Modified comparative fault (51%)

    Pennsylvania is a limited-tort / full-tort auto state. Your insurance election can decide whether you may sue for pain and suffering after a crash.

  • Typical filing window

    Often discussed around 2 years

    Ranges vary by claim type. Confirm the date that applies to you with a participating attorney.

  • Auto system

    Limited tort or full tort, depending on your policy

    No-fault states often start with PIP benefits. At-fault states usually look first at who caused the wreck.

  • Where cases are heard

    Court of Common Pleas, including Philadelphia and Allegheny Counties

    AttorneyDirectory does not file cases or appear in these courts.

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Local context

The legal climate in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania is a limited-tort/full-tort auto state that applies modified comparative fault. Your insurance selection may decide whether you can sue for pain and suffering after a crash. Being 51 percent at fault can defeat many claims.

A two-year period governs most injury lawsuits. Ask a Pennsylvania attorney about your limited-tort status and the filing deadline that applies.

Common questions raised in Pennsylvania case reviews

  • 01

    Limited tort is easy to miss

    Many drivers elected limited tort to save on premiums. That choice can restrict pain-and-suffering claims after a crash unless an exception applies. A lawyer needs the declarations page to sort it.

  • 02

    Philadelphia complex civil and injury venue

    Philadelphia is a frequent venue for complex civil and injury work. We do not file those cases and we do not promise results. A reviewing attorney can say whether your facts fit.

  • 03

    Pittsburgh and statewide family or DUI

    Western Pennsylvania files and statewide DUI or divorce matters follow the same statutes with local Common Pleas habits. Ask a Pennsylvania attorney about limited-tort status and the filing date.

Practice areas

What people request in Pennsylvania

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Before you submit

Good to know in Pennsylvania

  • Limited-tort and full-tort are policy choices, not something a website can see.
  • A 51 percent fault finding can still bar many recoveries.
  • AttorneyDirectory does not appear in Common Pleas Court.

This page is general information about Pennsylvania law, not legal advice from AttorneyDirectory. A participating attorney who reviews your facts can confirm what applies to you.