34+ Years
Legal Experience
About Joel Mark Snavely
Joel Mark Snavely is a distinguished attorney with extensive experience in civil litigation and healthcare law. His practice encompasses defending healthcare providers in professional negligence and licensure actions. Additionally, he represents both plaintiffs and defendants in cases involving premises liability, auto accidents, product liability, and construction disputes.
Mr. Snavely also offers legal representation and counsel to healthcare providers on a wide range of issues. These include employment contracts, credentialing, peer review, end-of-life matters, medical records, risk management, controlled substances, and nonprofit corporation law.
He is admitted to practice in all Pennsylvania courts, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, and the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
Pennsylvania Car Accident Laws
Understanding Pennsylvania's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
modified comparative fault (51%)
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$15K/$30K/$5K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
No-Fault
Your own insurance covers injuries
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cases does Joel Mark Snavely handle?
Joel Mark Snavely handles civil litigation cases including professional negligence, premises liability, auto accidents, product liability, and construction disputes.
Which courts is Joel Mark Snavely admitted to?
He is admitted to all Pennsylvania courts, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, and the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania.
Does Joel Mark Snavely represent healthcare providers?
Yes, he represents healthcare providers in matters such as employment contracts, credentialing, peer review, and more.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Joel Mark Snavely for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Joel for a free case review
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