How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a car accidents case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daniel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does Daniel offer a free consultation?

Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some car accidents attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.

How long do car accidents cases in Pennsylvania typically take?

Simple car accidents matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside Scranton?

Daniel is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Daniel will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

What should I bring to my first meeting with Daniel?

Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Daniel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is Daniel accepting new car accidents clients right now?

Daniel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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Daniel W. Munley, Car Accidents Attorney in Scranton, Pennsylvania

Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Car Accidents, General, and Personal Injury · 4.5/5 rating from 11 verified client reviews

Munley LawatMunley Law®

Scranton, PA

Practicing car accidents in Scranton since 1996.

30+: Years practicing
4.5 ★: 11 client reviews
1: Bar admission

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Daniel W. Munley is a munley law based in Scranton, PA. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, General, and Personal Injury. Daniel has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Munley Law®. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 11 client reviews.

Based in: Scranton, PA
Experience: over 30 years
Known for: Car Accidents · General · Personal Injury

Handles Car Accidents, General, and Personal Injury matters from Scranton, PA.
Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
Recognized with AV Preeminent.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Daniel takes on

Daniel concentrates on car accidents, general, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Car Accidents cases in Scranton, Pennsylvania

Daniel takes car accidents matters in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.

General cases in Scranton, Pennsylvania

Daniel takes general matters in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Scranton, Pennsylvania

Daniel takes personal injury matters in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Daniel W. Munley — car accidents lawyer in Scranton

Daniel W. Munley is a personal injury attorney with decades of experience representing victims of serious motor vehicle accidents and their families. Recognized nationally as a leader in truck accident and rideshare accident litigation, Dan has obtained numerous multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements throughout his career. Notable results include a record-breaking $26 million truck accident settlement in Northeastern Pennsylvania — the largest on record in the region for an individual plaintiff — and a $20 million recovery in 2024 for a client who suffered life-altering injuries in a commercial vehicle accident.

Dan is one of a small number of attorneys in the United States to hold triple board certification from the National Board of Trial Advocacy, covering Civil Trial Law, Civil Practice Advocacy, and Truck Accident Law. He is also certified by the Association of Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America and is a charter member and Executive Board member of the American Association for Justice Trucking Litigation Group, where he served as Chair from 2011 to 2012. He received the AAJ Trucking Litigation Group's Ring of Honor Award for his contributions to the group and to highway safety, and in 2020 received the Robert W. Munley Champion of Justice Award from the same organization. He also serves on the Board of Regents for the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys.

Beyond his caseload, Dan regularly presents truck accident trial techniques at conferences across the country, helping other attorneys develop their approach to tractor-trailer crash litigation.

Listed in Best Lawyers in America since 2013, Dan was named the 2020 "Lawyer of the Year" for Product Liability Litigation–Plaintiffs. He has appeared in the Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers guide every year since 2020. A Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, he holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, has been named a Platinum-Level Client Champion, and was recognized as one of the Top Ten Trucking Trial Lawyers in Pennsylvania by the National Trial Lawyers Association.

Dan is also active in the Scranton community, having served as a board member for the Everhart Museum and coaching youth baseball, basketball, and softball. He and his wife, Valerie Munley, have three children. Dan earned his law degree from the University of Tulsa College of Law and his undergraduate degree from the University of Scranton.

How Daniel handles car accidents matters

Who Daniel represents

Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for car accidents, general, and personal injury matters in Scranton and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

University of Tulsa
J.D. · 1994
University of Scranton
B.A. · 1990

Jurisdictions

Daniel's state bar admissions

Pennsylvania
1996 · ACTIVE

Daniel studied at J.D. in University of Tulsa and B.A. in University of Scranton.

Law school and academic background

Daniel completed J.D. in University of Tulsa and B.A. in University of Scranton. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Daniel has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Locations

Daniel W. Munley's office in Scranton

Daniel's primary office is at Forum Plaza, 227 Penn Avenue, Scranton, PA, 18503. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Munley Law®

Forum Plaza, 227 Penn Avenue

Scranton, PA 18503

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Daniel W. Munley — 4.5/5 rating from 11 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Daniel. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing car accidents attorneys in Scranton.

4.5

11 client reviews

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Hiring guide

How to hire Daniel W. Munley — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new car accidents attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Daniel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Daniel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Daniel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a car accidents attorney in Scranton, Pennsylvania

A short list to run through before you commit: How many car accidents matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Daniel

Daniel discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in car accidents practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every car accidents matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Daniel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Daniel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many car accidents practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Daniel W. Munley

How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a car accidents case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daniel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Daniel offer a free consultation?
Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some car accidents attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.
How long do car accidents cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple car accidents matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside Scranton?
Daniel is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Daniel will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Daniel?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Daniel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Daniel accepting new car accidents clients right now?
Daniel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Car Accidents attorneys serving Scranton, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania

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