Can I recover compensation for pain and suffering in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania personal injury plaintiffs may generally seek compensation for non-economic harm such as physical pain, emotional suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, disability, and disfigurement. There is no simple formula that fits every case; evidence about the injury’s duration, treatment, prognosis, daily restrictions, and effect on work and relationships helps establish the extent of the loss.
Motor-vehicle claims require an additional review of the injured person’s insurance selection. A limited-tort election can restrict recovery of non-economic damages unless the person suffered a legally serious injury or an exception applies. Full-tort coverage generally preserves the right to pursue those damages, subject to the facts and other defenses.