Atty. Daniel W. Munley
Daniel W. Munley is an award-winning personal injury lawyer and a champion of plaintiffs’ rights.
Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs & More Attorney · Serving Scranton, PA
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About Daniel W. Munley at a Glance
Daniel W. Munley is a medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability attorney based in Scranton, Pennsylvania, practicing at Munley Law. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Bar Association. Educated at University of Tulsa (J.D., 1994) and University of Scranton (B.S., 1990). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Serves clients in Scranton, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel W. Munley
- Daniel W. Munley is an award-winning personal injury lawyer and a champion of plaintiffs’ rights
- For decades, Dan has tirelessly fought to win millions for injured victims of tragic accidents and their families
- While Dan handles a range of complex personal injury cases, he is widely regarded as a national leader in traumatic brain injury and tractor-trailer accident litigation
- Through hard work and unrelenting commitment to his clients, he has won numerous multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements
- Just recently, Dan strategically negotiated a record-setting $26 million settlement for a truck accident victim
- A seasoned truck accident lawyer, Daniel served as Chairperson of the American Association for Justice’s Trucking Litigation Group from 2011-2012, and currently serves on the executive board for that group
- In 2020, he received the Robert W. Munley Champion of Justice Award (previously the Chairman’s Award) from the American Association for Justice Trucking Litigation Group
- He has been certified by the Association of Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America, and board-certified in Truck Accident Law and Civil Trial Practice by the National Board of Trial Advocacy
- Daniel has been named among the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Pennsylvania, the Trucking Trial Lawyers Top Ten, and has been listed in the Best Lawyers in America and Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
- He was selected “Lawyer of the Year: Product Liability– Plaintiffs” for the Allentown Metro Area in 2020 by Best Lawyers
- That same year, he was one of only two lawyers in the region named to the Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiffs’ Lawyers
- He has earned an AV-Preeminent rating and a Platinum-Level Client Champion designation from Martindale-Hubbell
- In addition to his major tractor-trailer crash victories, Dan regularly presents cutting-edge truck accident trial techniques at conferences around the country
- Dan also works determinedly to improve the greater Scranton community
- He served as a board member for the Everhart Museum and coaches little league baseball, basketball, and softball
- Dan and his wife Valerie Munley are the proud parents of three children
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel W. Munley's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel W. Munley handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Scranton.
Medical Malpractice in Scranton
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
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Personal Injury in Scranton
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Daniel W. Munley is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Product Liability in Scranton
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Scranton
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Scranton are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Scranton Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Scranton-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Scranton Choose Daniel W. Munley
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel W. Munley's practice in the field of medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability, Daniel W. Munley can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Scranton
A Scranton-based practice means Daniel W. Munley attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Daniel W. Munley Handles in Scranton
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