What should you know about truck accidents in Pennsylvania?
I-81 through the Lehigh Valley and Harrisburg, I-78 and I-80 carry heavy freight, with warehouse growth around Allentown and Carlisle keeping trucks on the road..
Pennsylvania tip: Serious injury may override limited tort — ask an attorney.
Who may be responsible for a truck accident in Pennsylvania?
Liability in a truck crash can extend beyond the driver to the companies behind the truck. In Pennsylvania, that can include the truck driver, the trucking company (motor carrier), the cargo shipper or loader — depending on who caused the crash.
Under Pennsylvania's 51% bar, your truck accident recovery shrinks with your share of fault and stops only if you are found more than half responsible. Read Pennsylvania car accident laws for the full rule.
How long do you have to file a truck accident claim in Pennsylvania?
Generally two years for a lawsuit, counted from the date of the truck accident. Claims involving Pennsylvania cities, counties or transit agencies can require written notice much sooner.