Snyder v. Laffer

When do we determine whether an auto accident plaintiff crosses the "no-fault” law threshold with his right to sue for pain and suffering? Now or later? The statute is silent.

Steven Bennett Snyder claims he suffered a fractured clavicle and other injuries in a two-car accident in which he was a passenger. His father and he sue the owners and drivers of each car.

Defendants Anello and Santo have pleaded as an affirmative defense that this court lacks subject matter jurisdiction to try this case because the plaintiffs Snyder have failed to meet the threshold requirements of the "no-fault”…