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AUTO ACCIDENT LAWYERS – EXPERIENCE MATTERS

Motor vehicle accidents in Pennsylvania result in thousands of people being killed or seriously injured. Injuries often include fractures, brain damage and spinal injuries.

Namerow Law, P.C. has handled the full spectrum of automobile accidents, ranging from two car incidents to tractor trailer collisions to mass transit collisions to multi-vehicle commercial vehicle accidents. The majority of auto accidents result from driver error, but the attorneys at Namerow Law, P.C. are trained to view these incidents with a wide lens to evaluate all possible causes, including reckless behavior, inadequate safety mechanisms, deficient training or oversight and defective products or design.

MILLIONS RECOVERED FOR CAR ACCIDENT VICTIMS IN PA

Motor vehicle lawsuits handled by Namerow Law, P.C. have resulted in millions of dollars recovered for our clients and their families, which has helped to make them whole after sustaining traumatic injuries and untold damages. At Namerow Law, P.C., we will assess all facets of your case and provide a path toward a successful resolution that not only provides recoverable damages, but the solace of knowing your rights have been fully protected.

PENNSYLVANIA CAR ACCIDENT INSURANCE LAW

MEDICAL COVERAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY PROTECTION (PIP)

When drivers are injured in a Pennsylvania car accident, their own insurance companies pay for their medical expenses regardless of fault. In other words, if a Philadelphia driver is injured in a read-end accident caused by another driver, the injured driver’s insurance company covers the medical bills and not the at-fault driver’s insurance company. If the at-fault driver is also injured in the rear-end accident, his own insurance company also pays for his medical expenses. The amount of medical expenses covered depends on the amount of coverage purchased. In Pennsylvania, the law requires drivers to carry a minimum of $5,000 personal injury protection (PIP).

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER PIP COVERAGE IS EXHAUSTED?

Since medical expenses are covered by injured drivers’ own PIP coverage up to the limit purchased, what happens if the medical expenses go beyond the limit? In such cases, the drivers’ health insurance is the next source of coverage. Drivers who have co-pays for their medical expenses may recover these in a subsequent lawsuit. In some cases, the health insurance company can assert a lien in the lawsuit, i.e., a demand to be reimbursed for what it paid out on behalf of its insured, the injured plaintiff.

LIMITED TORT VS. FULL TORT

Often, Pennsylvania drivers are surprised to discover that they may not sue for their injuries after a car or truck accident if they have a certain type of coverage called limited tort.

Under Pennsylvania law, insured drivers who elect limited tort on their auto insurance policies may not sue for pain and suffering damages (non-economic damages) unless their injuries fall within the definition of “serious injury” or constitutes a “serious impairment of a bodily function.” However, they may sue for economic damages, such as out of pocket medical expenses and lost wages. Full tort drivers may sue for non-economic damages regardless of the severity of their injuries.

In some cases, an injured driver with limited tort on their insurance policy can still sue for noneconomic (pain and suffering) damages. There are certain exceptions under PA car accident law which basically erase the limited tort election and allow the injured party to sue for pain and suffering regardless of the severity of the injuries. One of those exceptions applies when the at-fault driver’s vehicle is registered in another state.

PHILADELPHIA, PA CAR & TRUCK ACCIDENT LAWYERS

Pennsylvania car accident lawsuits can be complex. Further, cases that involve commercial trucks add additional layers to the litigation. Namerow Law has the experience and knowledge to fully explore and access all facets of Philadelphia car accidents and commercial trucking cases.

Federal and state statutes dictate that owners and operators of commercial vehicles adhere to specific regulations. Ultimately, these regulations, such as driver logs, maximum hour requirements and regular testing, can be utilized to establish and/or bolster arguments against the owners and operators of large commercial vehicles whose actions or omissions result in serious injuries to innocent drivers and/or pedestrians. Failure to adhere to the applicable guidelines can often lead to the drivers of commercial vehicles acting with reduced reaction time, which can cause catastrophic accidents and injuries.

HELP FROM PHILADELPHIA CAR ACCIDENT LAWYERS

Namerow Law will assess all facets of your case and provide a path toward a successful resolution that not only provides recoverable damages, but the solace of knowing your rights have been fully protected.

Call us today to schedule a free and confidential consultation to discuss your case: (215) 985-0777.

Page Updated: October 18, 2020