Car Accident

A car crash in Philadelphia is usually a negligence claim, subject to the two-year period in section 5524 of Title 42 and the comparative-negligence rule in section 7102. Whether you can ask for pain and suffering often depends on the limited-tort or full-tort election under section 1705 of Title 75. Most auto policies must also include a $5,000 medical benefit under section 1711.

Our limited tort guide, first-party benefits guide and deadline guide walk through those rules. If the police investigated in the city, our report guide explains how to request a copy.