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Pennsylvania Penalties for Leaving the Scene of an Accident Leaving the scene of an accident where injury results is considered a 3rd degree felony, carrying a mandatory minimum 90 day jail sentence and up to 7 years in prison, along with a minimum $1,000 fine.
Generally speaking, in Pennsylvania, there is a two-year statute of limitations that applies to any civil action in which an individual seeks to recover damages for personal injuries, or for the death of an individual, caused by the wrongful act or negligence of another person.
Pennsylvania's Point System The number of points added depends solely on the traffic offense that was committed. In the event that a driver reaches six points, administrative corrective actions will be taken. Leaving the scene of an accident involving property damage is four points.
reportable crash involves a crash with no injury or death of any person, in which there is no towing due to the damage to the vehicle at the time of the crash. Furthermore, if the incident occurred on private property or was a result of deliberate intent or cataclysm, the crash is nonreportable.
Two Year Statute of Limitations As in most states, the statute of limitations in civil cases in Pennsylvania is two years. In most cases, this means that victims have two years from the date of their injury to file a civil lawsuit.
In general, you have a time limit of up to 3 years from the date of the injury to make an injury claim. The last date you can make a claim is known as the claim limitation date - after which your injury claim becomes 'statute barred'.
Non-economic LossYou can sue for pain and suffering in Pennsylvania for non-economic losses for: Past and Future Pain and Suffering This includes any past and future physical pain, mental anguish, discomfort, inconvenience, and stress.
The amount the at-fault party owes for pain and suffering is calculated separately from the amount owed for more direct expenses, such as medical bills or time lost from work. However, sometimes, these expenses are considered to reach a logical figure for pain and suffering.
In Pennsylvania, leaving the scene of an accident carries penalties that can include time in prison, costly fines and suspension of your driver's license. You will need to hire a defense attorney who thoroughly understands the law, and can represent you skillfully and aggressively.
(a) No agreement, composition, or release of damages made before the date of any injury shall be valid or shall bar a claim for damages resulting therefrom, and any such agreement is declared to be against the public policy of this Commonwealth.