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Pre Post Offer Damages Split in Pennsylvania

In Pennsylvania, Rule 238 provides for the automatic award of delay damages on a personal injury verdict to compensate the plaintiff for the time between the filing of the complaint and the verdict. The rule sets a fixed interest rate of 6% per year on the amount of the verdict, calculated from the date the plaintiff filed the initial complaint. The award applies to both pre-verdict and post-verdict periods, though the rule provides specific exceptions that can limit or waive this additional recovery. The exact calculation involves multiplying the verdict amount by the 6% rate, then by the number of days in the delay period. The worked example below demonstrates this formula. Use the DocketMath calculator to estimate delay damages for your specific case.

Governing authority

In Pennsylvania, the pre post offer damages split rule is set by Pa. R.C.P. 238. The verified packet cites Pa. R.C.P. 238 (https://www.pacodeandbulletin.gov/Display/pacode?file=/secure/pacode/data/231/chapter200/s238.html).

Pennsylvania pre post offer damages split: the verified value is 6% under Pa. R.C.P. 238. The verified packet cites Pa. R.C.P. 238 (https://www.pacodeandbulletin.gov/Display/pacode?file=/secure/pacode/data/231/chapter200/s238.html).

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the pre post offer damages split 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.