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September 30th, 2025
No one wants to get in an accident on I-70, but the dangers of a multi-car pileup go beyond whiplash and a late arrival at work. There is a real chance of sustaining a serious injury and thousands of dollars in property damage.
But who will foot the bill for your emergency room visit, physical therapy, body shop repairs, and other costly damages? Keep reading to learn more about who our personal injury law firm could hold liable in a multi-car pileup on I-70.
Liability in a multi-car pileup on I-70 is not always clear-cut. It is a complex situation involving more than two drivers (and their respective insurance companies) in the collision. Beyond deciding who the hit-ers and the hit-ees were among the number of motorists involved, Pennsylvania’s modified comparative fault law also comes into play.
The process of determining who could be held liable for a multi-car pileup on I-70 starts with gathering evidence. Police officers and insurance adjusters would collect witness statements, examine physical evidence such as skid marks, and obtain weather reports in cases where conditions were a factor. Were the drivers acting reasonably and following traffic laws or did they breach their duty of care, is another investigative question officials must answer.
Pennsylvania’s modified comparative fault law specifies that if you are 50 percent or more at fault for the accident, you cannot sue for damages. On the other hand, if you are less than 50 percent responsible for the accident, you may be entitled to a settlement.
However, that amount would be directly related to your percentage of liability. For example, you were found to be 40 percent at fault for the collision, and your total losses amounted to $10,000. You may be able to recover $6,000 while forfeiting your 40 percent fault (or $4,000) from a potential settlement.
In addition to modified comparative fault laws, Pennsylvania also operates on a no-fault insurance system. Under this statute, the personal injury protection (PIP) component of your auto insurance coverage would typically pay for your medical bills, regardless of who caused the multi-car pileup on I-70. But do not be discouraged. If you sustained serious injuries or other damages that exceed your policy limits, we could file a claim on your behalf.
Let the knowledgeable auto accident attorneys at Bordas & Bordas help untangle the web of confusion surrounding this topic. Our lawyers could review your case to see if you are eligible for a settlement through Pennsylvania’s modified comparative fault laws that goes beyond your policy’s PIP coverages.
Our legal team at Bordas & Bordas has won millions for our other clients, and we are standing by to speak with you about who is liable in a multi-car pileup on I-70.
