Scranton Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

If you were hurt in a Scranton motorcycle crash, the next 72 hours matter. Insurance carriers call fast, often within 24 hours, looking for a recorded statement, an early release, or any opening they can use later to reduce what they pay riders. Adjusters bring a documented bias against motorcyclists into every claim, and that bias shows up in how they evaluate fault, how they characterize injuries, and how they value pain and suffering.

In 2024, Pennsylvania recorded 110,765 reportable traffic crashes statewide, with 66,950 people injured and 1,127 killed, according to PennDOT’s Pennsylvania Crash Facts and Statistics 2024. Lackawanna County contributes a meaningful share of that volume. The I-81 corridor through Scranton, the I-84 / I-380 interchange near Dunmore, Route 6 through Carbondale, and Route 307 across the Moosic Mountains are the highest-frequency motorcycle crash corridors in the region.

Scartelli Olszewski, P.C. is led by Melissa A. Scartelli, founder, president, and Board Certified Civil Trial Advocate by the National Board of Trial Advocacy.

• Proven Results: $10 million Luzerne County verdict.
• Largest settlement of a birth injury case in Lackawanna County history
• Precedent-setting punitive damages verdict against a doctor in Luzerne County
• 100+ combined years of attorney experience across medical malpractice, personal injury, and criminal defense
• Led by Board Certified Trial Advocate Melissa Scartelli, one of the very few female attorneys in Pennsylvania with this certification
• Former Judge and former DA on staff
• Super Lawyers recognition for 17 consecutive years (2010-2026)
• 4.7 stars on Google from verified clients
• Free case review. Available 24/7. Zero upfront cost.

Call our Scranton office at (570) 346-2600 or visit 411 Jefferson Avenue, Scranton, PA 18510 for a free, confidential case review. We are minutes from the Lackawanna County Court of Common Pleas at 200 Adams Avenue where Scranton-area motorcycle cases are filed.

Why Hire a Scranton Motorcycle Accident Lawyer?

• We Try Cases in Lackawanna County. Our Scranton office at 411 Jefferson Avenue is minutes from the Lackawanna County Court of Common Pleas at 200 Adams Avenue. We file, prepare, and try cases in the same courthouse defense counsel walks into. Insurance carriers track which firms in this county will take a case to a jury and price their offers accordingly.
• We Counter Anti-Rider Bias With Evidence. Adjusters assume the rider was speeding, weaving, or filtering. We force them off the assumption with accident reconstruction, helmet and gear damage analysis, downloaded EDR data from the at-fault vehicle, dashcam and intersection footage, and witness statements that put the at-fault driver where the evidence shows they were.
• Trial-Tested Founder. Melissa A. Scartelli is the firm’s founder and lead trial attorney on serious cases. She holds Civil Trial Advocate certification from the National Board of Trial Advocacy, an ABA-accredited certifying organization recognized under Pa.R.P.C. 7.4. 
• Former DA and Judge on the Team. Peter Paul Olszewski, Jr. served as Luzerne County District Attorney and as a Judge on the Court of Common Pleas before joining the firm. He knows local courts, local juries, and how the other side thinks.
• Expert Network for Catastrophic Cases. We work with accident reconstruction engineers, biomechanical specialists, treating orthopedists and neurologists, and life care planners to quantify damages in TBI, spinal cord, and amputation cases. See our take on three things to know when hiring a Pennsylvania injury lawyer who handles motorcycle law.

Proven Results in Pennsylvania Auto and Trucking Cases:

• $2.2 million tractor trailer settlement
• $1.8 million work truck injury settlement
• $650,000 car accident settlement

See our full case results, read what our clients have said, or meet our attorneys.

Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is unique and the value of any claim depends on its specific facts.

How Much Is Your Scranton Motorcycle Accident Case Worth?

Insurance companies offer fast, low settlements hoping you sign before you understand the lifetime cost of a serious motorcycle injury. We calculate the full value of your claim and fight to recover every dollar. Motorcycle injuries usually skew higher in value than passenger-vehicle injuries because the absence of a steel cage, airbags, and seatbelts produces more catastrophic outcomes per crash.

• Economic Damages: Past and future medical expenses, trauma surgery, ICU and rehabilitation, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, long-term care, in-home assistance, adaptive equipment for amputations or paralysis, vehicle and gear replacement, and out-of-pocket expenses tied to your injury.
• Non-Economic Damages: Pain and suffering, emotional distress and psychological trauma, loss of enjoyment of life, loss of consortium, and disfigurement and scarring (road rash and surgical scarring drive these awards in motorcycle cases).
• Punitive Damages: Available in cases involving drunk driving, extreme speeding, hit-and-run, or other reckless misconduct. Pennsylvania courts set a high bar, but DUI and hit-and-run fact patterns commonly qualify.

No Cap on Compensatory Damages

Pennsylvania does not cap economic or non-economic damages in motorcycle accident cases. You can recover the full value of your losses.

Motorcycles Always Carry Full Tort Rights

Unlike car drivers, motorcyclists in Pennsylvania are not subject to the limited tort election. Pennsylvania’s no-fault Personal Injury Protection (PIP) framework under 75 Pa.C.S. § 1711 applies to “private passenger motor vehicles” and excludes motorcycles. Because riders are not bound by the tort election in 75 Pa.C.S. § 1705, a Pennsylvania motorcyclist always retains the unrestricted right to sue for pain and suffering, regardless of what coverage the at-fault driver elected.

What to Do Immediately After a Scranton Motorcycle Accident

The general scene-response checklist (911, medical, photos, witness contact, no recorded statement, no social media) lives on our what to do after a car accident page and applies to motorcycle crashes too. A few items are specific to a Scranton-area motorcycle case:

Preserve the bike, the helmet, and your gear in unrepaired condition. Do not replace the helmet or wash gear until photographs are taken of every dimension of damage. Helmet and gear damage document impact direction, angle, and severity, and they carry weight at trial. Insurers use the absence of preserved gear to argue lower damages.

Photograph helmet damage, jacket abrasion, glove damage, and boot scuffing. This is evidence of rider position and the path of impact. See tips for taking pictures after a crash.

Get evaluated at a Lackawanna County trauma center the same day. Geisinger Community Medical Center on Mulberry Street is a Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation Level II accredited trauma center serving the county. Regional Hospital of Scranton and Moses Taylor Hospital operate 24/7 emergency departments. Internal injuries, TBI, and spinal damage often have delayed symptoms that the same-day record protects.

Pull the Scranton police report through the right channel. See our walkthrough on securing a police report after a car accident in Scranton, PA.

Do not give a recorded statement to the at-fault driver’s insurer. Adjusters call within 24 hours and look for any opening to push fault onto the rider. There are other things to avoid doing after a crash that can hurt your case.

Contact Scartelli Olszewski. We manage all adjuster communications, secure intersection and surveillance footage before it overwrites, and preserve evidence the carrier hopes you will not.

From minute one, we handle the adjuster. Call (570) 346-2600 or contact us online for a free case review.

How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer?

Nothing upfront. We work on a contingency fee basis under Pa.R.P.C. 1.5(c). You pay no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you. We advance all case costs, including expert witness fees, accident reconstruction, investigation, and court filings.

If we do not win, you owe us nothing.

How Insurance Companies Fight Motorcycle Claims

Understanding how carriers avoid paying claims helps you avoid common traps. Anti-rider bias is real and shows up in every step of the claim.

• Quick Lowball Offers. Adjusters extend fast settlements before riders know the full extent of TBI, spinal, or orthopedic injuries. Once accepted, you cannot come back for more.
• Recorded Statements. Adjusters use your own words against you. Never give one without counsel.
• Defense Medical Examinations. A doctor of the carrier’s choosing under Pa.R.C.P. 4010 routinely minimizes injuries and disputes causation.
• Comparative Negligence Blame-Shifting. Pennsylvania’s modified comparative negligence rule under 42 Pa.C.S. § 7102 reduces your recovery by your percentage of fault and bars it entirely if you are more than 50 percent at fault. With motorcyclists, adjusters reflexively reach for “speeding,” “weaving,” “lane-splitting,” or “no helmet” as the lever to push fault onto the rider. Every percentage point insurers can shift onto you reduces what they pay.
• Helmet-Use Arguments. When a rider was helmet-exempt under Pennsylvania law and suffered a head injury, insurers will argue helmet non-use should reduce damages. Pennsylvania does not bar recovery on that basis, and the comparative negligence analysis is properly focused on what caused the crash, not what may have worsened the injury. We push back on that argument with case authority.
• Delay. Carriers know that medical bills and lost wages create financial pressure that pushes injured riders to accept less than the case is worth.

When insurers cross the line into bad faith, meaning they unreasonably deny valid claims, misrepresent policy terms, or refuse to pay what they owe, Pennsylvania law allows a separate bad faith claim under 42 Pa.C.S. § 8371 with additional damages beyond the original loss. We pursue those claims when the facts support them.

Who Can Be Held Liable After a Scranton Motorcycle Crash

Identifying every party responsible for your crash is how we maximize recovery, especially when one driver’s insurance is not enough to cover serious motorcycle injuries.

• The At-Fault Driver. Most motorcycle crashes are caused by other drivers in recurring patterns: left-turn-across-path collisions at intersections, failure-to-yield, lane-change sideswipes, and rear-enders at stop lights. The driver who violated traffic laws or failed to see the motorcycle bears liability.
• The Vehicle Owner. If the at-fault driver was operating someone else’s vehicle, the vehicle owner may also be responsible under Pennsylvania’s negligent entrustment doctrine if the owner knew or should have known the driver was dangerous.
• The Employer. If the at-fault driver was on the clock, the employer may be liable under respondeat superior. This applies to delivery drivers, commercial truck drivers, service technicians, salespeople driving between appointments, and anyone else doing work-related driving. Employer liability often doubles or triples the available insurance pool, which is critical for catastrophic motorcycle injuries.
• Drunk or Impaired Drivers and Bars That Over-Served Them. Drunk drivers cause a disproportionate share of fatal motorcycle crashes. If a drunk driver hit you, you may be able to add the driver’s employer (if work-related) and the establishment that served the driver under Pennsylvania’s dram shop law at 47 P.S. § 4-493(1).
• Vehicle and Parts Manufacturers. Defective brakes, faulty tires, and design defects on either the at-fault vehicle or the motorcycle itself can shift liability to the manufacturer under product liability principles.
• Government Entities. Poorly maintained roads, missing signs, malfunctioning traffic signals, dangerous intersections, gravel runoff on curves, and standing water can create partial liability for a municipality, county, or PennDOT. Government claims carry strict notice requirements under 42 Pa.C.S. § 5522(a) and shorter deadlines than standard claims.
• Uninsured and Underinsured Motorists. When the at-fault driver lacks adequate coverage, you may have UM/UIM coverage on your motorcycle policy to bridge the gap. Many drivers carry only Pennsylvania’s minimum liability coverage, which is dangerously low for serious motorcycle injuries. Learn what to do after an uninsured driver accident.

How Do I Prove Negligence in a Pennsylvania Motorcycle Accident Case?

To recover compensation, you must prove the other driver was negligent. Pennsylvania law requires four elements:

• Duty: The other driver owed you a duty of care. All drivers must operate their vehicles safely, follow traffic laws, and look for motorcycles.
• Breach: The driver violated that duty. Failing to yield to an oncoming motorcycle when turning left, changing lanes without checking blind spots, running a red light, texting, or driving impaired all constitute breaches.
• Causation: The breach directly caused your crash and your injuries.
• Damages: You suffered actual harm, including medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

We gather the evidence to prove fault on each element: police reports, sworn witness statements, traffic camera footage, dashcam video, doorbell camera footage, electronic data recorder (EDR / “black box”) downloads from the at-fault vehicle, cell phone records to prove distraction, and accident reconstruction experts. Insurance companies challenge one or more elements in every case. We anticipate their arguments and build evidence to defeat them.

How Long Do You Have to File a Motorcycle Accident Lawsuit in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania law imposes strict deadlines on personal injury claims. Missing them permanently bars your claim, regardless of how strong the evidence is.

• Personal Injury Lawsuit: Two years from the date of the crash under 42 Pa.C.S. § 5524\.
• Wrongful Death: Two years from the date of death under 42 Pa.C.S. § 8301\.
• Government Claims: Six months to file a written notice of claim under 42 Pa.C.S. § 5522(a) for tort claims against Commonwealth agencies (including PennDOT) and local government entities. Notice is a prerequisite to suit. Missing the notice deadline may bar your claim entirely, even if the two-year statute has not yet run.
• Federal Vehicles: Federal Tort Claims Act claims (involving postal vehicles, federal employees on duty, etc.) require an administrative claim within two years under 28 U.S.C. § 2401(b), with only six months to file suit after denial.

Evidence disappears fast. Surveillance and doorbell camera footage gets overwritten in days. Witnesses become harder to locate. Vehicle damage gets repaired and discarded. We move immediately.

Pennsylvania Motorcycle Law Every Rider Should Understand

Pennsylvania motorcycle law has a handful of rules that affect liability and recovery in every crash: the helmet rule, lane usage, no-fault exclusion, full tort rights, and Paul Miller’s Law on hands-free driving by other motorists.

Helmet Law (75 Pa.C.S. § 3525)

• Subsection (a) requires a DOT-approved helmet for any operator or passenger of a motorcycle, except as provided in subsection (d).
• Subsection (d) exempts: (1) the operator or occupant of a three-wheeled motorcycle with an enclosed cab; (2) a person 21 or older who has been licensed to operate a motorcycle for not less than two full calendar years; and (3) a person 21 or older who has completed a motorcycle rider safety course approved by PennDOT or the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. A passenger 21 or older is exempt if the operator is exempt.
• Subsection (b) requires an approved eye-protective device for every motorcycle operator and passenger. The (d) exceptions do not apply to the eye-protection requirement.

If you were not wearing a helmet and suffered head injuries, insurers will argue your damages should be reduced. Pennsylvania does not bar recovery based on helmet non-use, and the comparative negligence analysis is focused on what caused the crash, not what may have mitigated the injury. See our full guide on motorcycle helmet safety.

Lane Usage and Lane-Splitting (75 Pa.C.S. § 3523)

Pennsylvania motorcyclists are entitled to full use of a lane. Lane-splitting (riding between adjacent lanes of traffic) is not authorized. If a rider was lane-splitting at the moment of impact, expect the carrier to make that the centerpiece of their comparative negligence argument.

No-PIP Exclusion for Motorcycles

Pennsylvania’s no-fault Personal Injury Protection (PIP) framework under 75 Pa.C.S. § 1711 applies to “private passenger motor vehicles” and excludes motorcycles. Motorcycles are not entitled to PIP benefits from a motorcycle policy. Recovery for a motorcycle crash flows through the at-fault driver’s liability coverage, the rider’s UM/UIM coverage, and any health coverage available.

Full Tort Rights, Always

Because riders are not subject to the tort election in 75 Pa.C.S. § 1705, motorcyclists in Pennsylvania always retain the unrestricted right to recover pain and suffering damages without meeting any injury threshold, regardless of what coverage the at-fault driver elected.

Minimum Liability Coverage

Pennsylvania’s minimum bodily injury liability coverage is $15,000 per person and $30,000 per accident, with $5,000 in property damage, under 75 Pa.C.S. § 1786 read with related provisions. These minimums are dangerously low for serious motorcycle injuries. UM/UIM coverage on the rider’s own policy is what closes the gap when the at-fault driver carries minimum limits or no coverage. Pennsylvania law also permits stacking across multiple vehicles, which is critical in catastrophic claims. The UM coverage offer requirement is at 75 Pa.C.S. § 1731.

Paul Miller’s Law (Hands-Free Driving)

As of June 5, 2025, handheld device use while driving is a primary offense in Pennsylvania under Act 18 of 2024 (Paul Miller’s Law). Through June 4, 2026, violations result in written warnings only; summary citations begin June 5, 2026. Either way, a citation, a written warning, or any admission of handheld use at the time of a crash is powerful civil liability evidence in a motorcycle claim. We subpoena cell phone records in distracted driving cases.

Common Causes of Scranton Motorcycle Accidents

Lackawanna County sees consistent motorcycle crash volume on I-81, I-84, I-380, Route 6, and Route 307, plus intersection crashes throughout downtown Scranton, Dunmore, and Dickson City. The cause of the crash drives both how liability is proven and what damages apply.

• Left-Turn-Across-Path Collisions. A driver turning left fails to see the oncoming motorcycle or misjudges its speed, turning directly into the rider’s path. This is the leading cause of fatal motorcycle crashes.
• Distracted Driving. A driver glancing at a phone for three seconds at 40 mph travels nearly 200 feet blind. Pennsylvania’s hands-free law gives us a new evidentiary tool in these cases, but enforcement does not undo a missed motorcycle.
• Drunk and Impaired Driving. Slower reaction times, impaired judgment, and difficulty tracking moving objects like motorcycles. If a drunk driver hit you, additional dram shop and employer claims may be available.
• Lane-Change Sideswipes. Drivers fail to check blind spots before merging. Motorcycles occupy less visual space than cars, making them easier to miss in a quick mirror check.
• Rear-End Collisions. A motorcycle struck from behind at speed offers no protection against the impact, and the rider is often ejected onto the roadway.
• Intersection Failures. Running red lights, rolling through stop signs, and failing to yield right of way produce T-bone impacts.
• Road Hazards. Potholes, gravel runoff on curves, wet leaves, oil slicks, and debris that cars drive over without notice can cause a rider to lose control. When the hazard arises from negligent road maintenance, government liability may apply.
• Door Collisions. Parked drivers open doors into traffic without looking. The sudden obstacle gives motorcyclists no time to avoid the crash.

Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries

Motorcyclists lack the steel cage, crumple zones, airbags, and seatbelts that car occupants take for granted. Federal data consistently shows motorcyclists are dramatically overrepresented in fatal crashes per mile traveled. Those who survive often face permanent, life-altering injuries. Full documentation of medical records, imaging, and expert testimony is how we prove lasting damage and support the pain and suffering award.

• Concussion and Traumatic Brain Injury. Even with a helmet, the force of impact can cause concussion, severe TBI, cognitive impairment, memory loss, personality change, and inability to return to work. TBI is the leading cause of motorcycle fatalities.
• Spinal Cord Injury and Paralysis. High-impact crashes can damage the spinal cord. Lifetime care for paraplegia and tetraplegia routinely runs into the millions. These catastrophic claims demand aggressive representation and lifetime care cost expert testimony.
• Road Rash and Disfigurement. Skin contact with pavement at speed produces severe road rash that penetrates through skin and muscle to bone, requires skin grafts, and leaves permanent scarring. Disfigurement supports significant non-economic damages.
• Fractures and Crush Injuries. Compound fractures, crushed limbs, and shattered pelvises require surgical repair with hardware and extensive rehabilitation. Permanent disability or chronic pain during activity supports more serious non-economic damages.
• Internal Injuries. Internal bleeding and organ damage to the liver, spleen, kidneys, and lungs can be life-threatening and is not always visible externally.
• Amputations. Result when limbs are crushed beyond repair or when severe infections following open fractures require surgical removal. Amputation cases require life care planning, prosthetic projections, and vocational analysis.
• Burns. Fuel ignition or skin contact with hot exhaust components can produce permanent disfigurement and require lengthy reconstructive surgery.
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Anxiety, panic attacks, and fear of riding or driving following a serious crash. PTSD and other psychological injuries are compensable under Pennsylvania law.
• Wrongful Death. When negligence causes death, surviving families can pursue a wrongful death claim under 42 Pa.C.S. § 8301 and a survival action under 42 Pa.C.S. § 8302 for funeral costs, lost income, and loss of companionship.

Motorcycle Accidents in Lackawanna County and Scranton

Lackawanna County sits at the convergence of I-81, I-84, and I-380, with Route 6 and Route 307 carrying significant motorcycle traffic on weekends from May through September. The combination of mountain roads, mixed truck and passenger traffic, and seasonal riding patterns drives the regional crash profile.

• Pennsylvania Crash Volume. PennDOT’s Pennsylvania Crash Facts and Statistics 2024 reported 110,765 reportable traffic crashes statewide, with 66,950 people injured and 1,127 killed.
• High-Frequency Corridors. The I-81 corridor through Scranton, the I-84 / I-380 interchange near Dunmore, the Keyser Avenue corridor through West Scranton, Route 6 through Carbondale, and Route 307 across the Moosic Mountains are recurring locations for serious motorcycle crashes in the region.
• Trauma Care. Geisinger Community Medical Center on Mulberry Street is a Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation Level II accredited trauma center serving Lackawanna County. Regional Hospital of Scranton and Moses Taylor Hospital operate 24/7 emergency departments.
• Where We File. Motorcycle accident lawsuits in this market are filed and tried in the Lackawanna County Court of Common Pleas at 200 Adams Avenue. Our office at 411 Jefferson Avenue is minutes away.

Context matters. A left-turn-across-path crash at a Public Square intersection in Scranton involves different liability proof, different witnesses, and different insurance dynamics than a curve-and-gravel crash on Route 307. We evaluate every crash in the context of where it happened, what caused it, and which parties can be held responsible.

Scranton Motorcycle Accident FAQ

How much does a motorcycle accident lawyer cost in Scranton?

Nothing upfront. Scartelli Olszewski works on a contingency fee basis under Pa.R.P.C. 1.5(c). The firm advances all case expenses, including expert fees, accident reconstruction, and court filings. You pay a fee only if the case results in a settlement or verdict.

How long do I have to file a motorcycle accident lawsuit in Pennsylvania?

Two years from the date of the crash under 42 Pa.C.S. § 5524\. For wrongful death claims, two years from the date of death under 42 Pa.C.S. § 8301\. Claims against government entities (PennDOT, a county, or a municipality) require a written notice of claim within six months under 42 Pa.C.S. § 5522(a).

What should I do immediately after a motorcycle accident in Scranton?

Call 911, get medical attention the same day, document the scene with photos, exchange information with the other driver, and contact a lawyer before speaking with insurance adjusters. Preserve the bike, helmet, and gear in unrepaired condition until photographed.

Do motorcyclists have full tort or limited tort in Pennsylvania?

Motorcyclists in Pennsylvania always retain full tort rights. The tort election in 75 Pa.C.S. § 1705 applies to private passenger motor vehicles. Because motorcycles are excluded from the no-fault PIP framework under 75 Pa.C.S. § 1711, riders are not bound by the limited tort election regardless of what they elected on a separate auto policy.

Can I recover compensation if I was partially at fault for the motorcycle accident?

Yes, if you were not more than 50 percent at fault, under Pennsylvania’s modified comparative negligence rule at 42 Pa.C.S. § 7102\. Your award is reduced by your percentage of fault. If you are 51 percent or more at fault, you recover nothing.

Does not wearing a helmet bar me from recovering compensation in Pennsylvania?

No. Pennsylvania does not bar recovery based on helmet non-use. If you suffered head injuries, the insurance company may argue for reduced damages on the head-injury portion of the claim. The comparative negligence analysis on accident causation should not be affected by helmet non-use.

Is lane splitting legal in Pennsylvania?

No. Under 75 Pa.C.S. § 3523, motorcycles are entitled to full use of a lane but are not authorized to ride between lanes of traffic. If a rider was lane-splitting at the moment of impact, expect the carrier to make that the centerpiece of their comparative negligence argument.

What if the driver who hit me was uninsured or underinsured?

Your own UM/UIM motorcycle coverage pays for damages the at-fault driver cannot cover. Pennsylvania law requires insurers to offer UM coverage on every auto policy under 75 Pa.C.S. § 1731\. Stacking across multiple vehicles may also be available. See our page on uninsured driver accidents.

Who is liable for a motorcycle accident in Pennsylvania?

Typically the driver who caused the crash through negligence. In some cases, the driver’s employer (under respondeat superior), bar owners (under dram shop law), vehicle manufacturers, or government entities may share liability.

How much is a motorcycle accident case in Scranton worth?

Case value depends on injury severity, medical expenses, future care needs, lost wages and earning capacity, fault clarity, and pain and suffering. Catastrophic injuries involving TBI, spinal cord injury, or amputation can drive recoveries well into seven figures. The carrier’s first offer is rarely the real value of the case.

What if my loved one was killed in a motorcycle accident?

Spouses, children, and parents can file wrongful death claims under 42 Pa.C.S. § 8301 and a survival action under 42 Pa.C.S. § 8302\. Learn who can file under Pennsylvania law.

Should I accept the insurance company’s first settlement offer?

Almost never. Initial offers rarely reflect the full value of a motorcycle claim and typically do not account for future medical needs, future earning capacity, or long-term impacts.

Speak With a Scranton Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Today

Pennsylvania gives you two years to file most motorcycle accident claims and as little as six months for government claims. Evidence becomes harder to collect the longer you wait. The first call is free, and there is no pressure to retain.

We live here, work here, and raise our families in Northeastern Pennsylvania. When you walk into our office, you are not a case number. You are a neighbor, and we handle your case with the seriousness we would bring to one involving our own family.

Call (570) 346-2600. Get a Scranton trial lawyer on your side.

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Our Scranton office at 411 Jefferson Avenue represents motorcycle crash victims throughout Lackawanna County and Northeastern Pennsylvania, including Scranton, Dunmore, Dickson City, Old Forge, Moosic, Taylor, Throop, Olyphant, Jessup, Archbald, Carbondale, and Clarks Summit. 

We also serve Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne County, Monroe County, Wayne County, and Pike County.

Meet our attorneys: Melissa A. Scartelli, Peter Paul Olszewski, Jr., Rachel D. Olszewski, and Kristin A. Mazzarella.

Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is unique and the value of any claim depends on its specific facts.