We have previously commented, with more than a touch of gallows humor, on Philadelphia’s illustrious rank as the # 1 judicial hellhole in the country. But maybe, Philly is not as bad as you think.  The average civil jury award in Philadelphia fell 31% in 2011 – from an average of $1.49 million in 2010 to $1.02 million in 2011. The question is: why? Is it the economy? Poorer quality cases? Or better juries? The problem is – there’s no way to know for certain. So, while Philly might not be as bad as you think it is, there’s still exposure above the standard $1,000,000 CGL exposure. As long as you’re prepared for that contingency, we’re prepared to try your insured’s case. After all, there’s no (legal) rush like the trial rush.

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