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Pennsylvania Statutes of Limitation

Wrongful Death:

Statute of Limitations:

Two Years. 42 Pa.C.S.A. § 5524

Does discovery rule apply?

No. DaimlerChrysler Corp. v. Com.,885 A.2d 117, (Pa. Cmwlth., 2005)

Who has the right to bring suit?

Personal representative. If not brought by personal representative within six months of death, may be brought by representative of any person entitled to damages. Pa. Stat. Ann. tit. 42; Rule of Civil Procedure 2202.

Personal Injury:

Statute of Limitations

Two Years. 42 Pa. Cons. Stat. Ann. § 5524

Does discovery rule apply?

Yes. Fine v. Checcio, 582 Pa. 253, 870 A.2d 850, (Pa.,2005.)

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