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Cost of Delay on Money Judgments Under Pennsylvania Law

Pennsylvania law sets the cost of delay on money judgments at the rate specified by 42 Pa. C.S. § 8101. The statute provides a fixed annual interest rate of 6% for pre‑judgment and post‑judgment delay. This rate applies automatically to the principal amount of the judgment from the date the cause of action accrued or from a date specified by the court, unless the parties have a different contractual agreement. The statute also sets out certain exceptions and may allow for different treatment in specific types of cases. The exact calculation method and effective dates are detailed in the official source linked below. Use the DocketMath calculator to estimate the cost of delay for your own judgment.

Governing authority

In Pennsylvania, the cost of delay rule is set by 42 Pa. C.S. § 8101. The verified packet cites 42 Pa. C.S. § 8101 (https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/legis/li/uconsCheck.cfm?yr=2023&sessInd=0&act=131).

Pennsylvania cost of delay: the verified value is 6% under 42 Pa. C.S. § 8101. The verified packet cites 42 Pa. C.S. § 8101 (https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/legis/li/uconsCheck.cfm?yr=2023&sessInd=0&act=131).

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the cost of delay calculator to estimate your specific figure.

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.