Pennsylvania Car Accident Claims
Legal Options After a Car Accident in Pennsylvania
Quick Facts
- Statute: 2 years.
- Fault Rule: Pure comparative negligence.
- Minimum Coverage: $15,000 per person / $30,000 per accident / $5,000 property damage.
Key Facts for Pennsylvania Accident Claims
Statute of Limitations
2 years.
Personal injury claims
Fault System
Pure comparative negligence.
Comparative fault rules
Min. Liability Coverage
$15,000 per person / $30,000 per accident / $5,000 property damage.
State minimums
Uninsured Motorist
Must be offered unless rejected in writing.
Coverage status
Statute of Limitations in Pennsylvania
Comparative Fault: Pure comparative negligence. Minimum Liability Coverage: $15,000 per person / $30,000 per accident / $5,000 property damage. Uninsured Motorist: Must be offered unless rejected in writing.
Pennsylvania's Fault System
Pennsylvania applies a pure comparative negligence system. Injured parties can recover damages even if partially at fault, but compensation is reduced by the percentage of fault. Accurate documentation of the accident, witness statements, and medical records is essential to establish liability and maximize recovery.
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Insurance Requirements
Pennsylvania drivers must carry minimum liability coverage of 15/30/5. Liability insurance covers bodily injury and property damage you cause to others. Insurers must offer uninsured motorist coverage unless rejected. UM coverage ensures financial protection if the at-fault driver is uninsured or underinsured, helping victims recover medical expenses and property damage.
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