What are Economic Damages?
Economic Damages is a term that encompasses any kind of financial loss that an injury victim has incurred due to an accident. They are damages that can hypothetically be measured at an exact dollar amount. Because of this, they are more objectively-measured than non-economic damages. They can include medical expenses, loss of income, and funeral expenses among other monetary costs. Economic damages are also known as pecuniary damages.
Quantifying the level of economic damages incurred after an accident impacts the damages that may be received by a plaintiff in a lawsuit. A plaintiff being able to recover from financial losses and become whole again following a defendant’s negligence is considered a function of the justice system. Because economic damages need to be objectively measured, much evidence needs to be provided for accuracy.
According to the American Bar Association (ABA), many states follow the Economic Loss Doctrine, which holds victims from recovery when “the negligence of others results in purely economic loss.” That is to say that in many cases, something like injury or distress needs to be proven in order for a victim to recover damages. In concept, this is to prevent plaintiffs from seeking recovery that is greater than necessary.
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CHESTER COUNTY — Tree Smashes Car Along PA Route 52
PENNSBURY TOWNSHIP, PA (April 8, 2025) —— A tree abruptly came crashing down on a driver’s SUV on Monday, April 7 along Pennsylvania Route 52.
The tree abruptly crashed on the back of the SUV on Monday morning, while traffic was stopped on Lenape Road before East Street Road in Pennsbury Township.
The driver who was inside the car sustained injuries from the tree falling. She was transported to a hospital for treatment. Her car was taken to the impound lot, as it was completely destroyed by the tree.
PennDOT placed a damaged sign on the northbound lane shoulder. There has been no update on any tree maintenance.
Legal Options After a Tree Falls on Your Car in Pennsylvania
When a tree falls on your car while driving on a Pennsylvania highway, you’re suddenly faced with property damage, possible injuries, […]
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Full Tort vs Full Coverage Insurance in PA: What’s the Difference?
Full tort and full coverage insurance are two distinct concepts in Pennsylvania’s auto insurance system. While it’s easy to confuse the two, a lack of clarity about your insurance coverage can lead to a rude awakening after a car accident.
Pennsylvania’s choice no-fault car insurance system gives drivers important options that directly affect their rights to compensation following a collision. While full tort insurance preserves your legal rights to pursue all damages including pain and suffering, full coverage refers to a package of protections that may or may not include a full tort selection. Understanding these differences before purchasing a car insurance policy can save you from discovering limitations too late.
Pennsylvania Auto Insurance Options
Pennsylvania operates under a unique insurance framework that combines elements of both fault and no-fault systems. Unlike traditional no-fault states, Pennsylvania offers drivers a choice in how their insurance will function after an accident. […]
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MONTGOMERY COUNTY — Carjacking Ends in Police Chase & Car Explosion
UPPER PROVIDENCE TOWNSHIP, PA (April 7, 2025) —— Police are currently searching for a group of eight to 10 people after a police chase ended in an explosive crash in Montgomery County on Friday, April 4.
Upper Providence police were notified by police in Norristown of a stolen car that they tracked to the Wawa on Egypt Road after midnight. As police were searching for that car, license plate readers found a second stolen car in the area.
When officers neared the intersection of Egypt and Longford road, they encountered four cars and a group of masked people. Police approached, and upon seeing the lights, the group jumped into three cars and fled. The group left a woman behind, who had reportedly been carjacked.
One car sped toward Mont Clare, two others sped north toward Yeager Road. As the chase approached the intersection of Lewis Road, […]
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Stroudsburg Workers Compensation Lawyer
A Stroudsburg workers compensation lawyer can help anyone injured while on the job in Stroudsburg. Monroe County workers have the right to receive compensation for a workplace accident. Unfortunately, this does not always happen. Workers often face obstacles to getting the benefits they deserve. Knowing your next steps following a workplace injury can be challenging with the complex workers’ compensation system.
Serving the Stroudsburg community for 65 years, Munley Law has earned our clients’ trust and our peers’ respect. Our board-certified Stroudsburg workers comp attorneys can help you get your benefits following a workplace accident. Contact our Stroudsburg office to schedule a free consultation. We do not collect a fee for our services unless we recover your benefits.
Types of Workers Compensation Benefits in Stroudsburg
According to the Pennsylvania Workers Compensation Act, workman’s compensation benefits are meant to pay any expenses related to your work injury. […]
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Luzerne County, PA – Police Investigate Fatal Hit and Run on I-80
LUZERNE COUNTY, PA (March 22, 2025) – State police are currently investigating a fatal hit and run accident on Interstate 80 in Luzerne County on March 20.
According to news reports, the crash happened around 2:30 p.m. in the eastbound lanes of I-80 in Butler Township near Conyngham. Police state the victim was outside his disabled vehicle when he was struck by a second commercial vehicle passing his location.
He was flown to Geisinger Wyoming Valley, where he later died.
The interstate was shut down for hours and reopened around 4:30 p.m.
Fatal Hit and Run Accidents in Luzerne County, PA
Fatal hit-and-run accidents in Luzerne County present unique legal challenges for victims’ families. Despite being only the 12th most populated region in Pennsylvania, Luzerne County ranks disproportionately high for traffic fatalities statewide. This represents a concerning increase from previous years when fatality rates were significantly lower. […]
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