The disparity between personal injury case values in Philadelphia and the surrounding suburban counties in Pennsylvania is remarkable. It is hard to imagine that there is such a great disparity anywhere else in the country. To think that a short drive to the courthouse in Norristown, just 30 or so minutes away from Broad Street, causes a plaintiff’s case value to significantly decline seems unfair and unjust.
It is common for attorneys to debate which of the surrounding counties (Montgomery, Delaware, Bucks, Chester, Berks, Lehigh, Lancaster, etc.) is preferred. The bottom line is: If venue is not proper in Philadelphia, your client runs a major risk of getting burned by proceeding to trial.
