The quantity of salt applied to roadways has enormous impact on water quality; not so on municipal liability. Pennsylvania courts have clearly affirmed that the Political Subdivision Tort Claims Act protects local government units from allegations that they did not do enough to treat roads for ice resulting from wintery weather. WeConservePA guide. 5 pages.
Year: 2026
Author(s): Justin Hollinger, Esq.
Organization/Source: WeConservePA (formerly Pennsylvania Land Trust Association)
