Bucks County, PA (November 8, 2026) – A tractor-trailer struck an SUV at the intersection of Route 663 and Spinnerstown Road. The crash left the person behind the wheel pinned inside.
According to emergency responders, the accident happened on Friday, November 6, and the call first came in as a collision with injuries before it was upgraded to a rescue.
Emergency units stabilized the SUV and cut away its doors and roof while the person inside received care. Crews also removed the brake pedal to free the victim.
The rescue took less than 20 minutes once crews arrived. Traffic was directed around the intersection while the work was underway.
The full extent of the driver’s injury has not been disclosed.
Investigators are working to determine the cause of the wreck.
We wish those involved a strong recovery.
Does Limited Tort Stop a Claim Against a Trucking Company in Bucks County, PA?
Not always. Pennsylvania’s limited tort option usually blocks pain-and-suffering claims unless the injury is serious, meaning death, serious impairment of a body function, or permanent serious disfigurement.
However, there are exceptions, and one of the most important applies when the at-fault vehicle is registered in another state, which is common with interstate tractor-trailers. In that case, a limited tort policyholder can generally be treated as full tort.
Many drivers chose limited tort to save on premiums without realizing how it could affect a claim later. Other exceptions can also apply, including when the at-fault driver is convicted of drunk driving or accepts a similar program for that charge, or when the injured person was riding in a commercial vehicle rather than a private passenger car.
Even under limited tort, economic losses beyond first-party benefits, such as unpaid medical bills and lost wages, can still be pursued against the at-fault driver. Pennsylvania requires only $5,000 in first-party medical coverage, which can disappear quickly after a hospital stay.
Trucking companies that operate across state lines generally must carry far higher liability limits than ordinary drivers, typically $750,000 or more, so the policy available may be much larger than in a typical car accident.
The outcome can depend on vehicle registration records, criminal case results, and how severe the harm turns out to be. A truck accident lawyer can review the policy selection, confirm whether an exception applies, and gather medical proof in case a serious injury must be shown.
A limited tort election does not always end the conversation about compensation. At Rand Spear The Accident Lawyer, we are available to review your policy and explain the options that may be open for you under Pennsylvania law.
If you want to learn more, you can contact Rand Spear The Accident Lawyer at 1-800-905-3425 and talk through your case with our team.
Note: Our team of writers relies on various secondary sources to create this post, including local and state media outlets, police incident reports, social media platforms, and eyewitness accounts of serious accidents in Pennsylvania. If you notice any inaccuracies, please contact Rand Spear, The Accident Lawyer, immediately so we can correct the information and ensure the post reflects the most accurate details. Posts can also be removed upon request.
Disclaimer: The photos used in this post were not taken at this accident scene. All information in this post is informational and is not intended to be considered legal or medical advice. This post is not a solicitation for business.
Call or text (215) 985-2424 or complete a Free Case Evaluation form
