Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Pennsylvania

Re: compensation

In Pennsylvania, a fact witness subpoened to testify is only required to recieve between $5.00 and $20.00 depending on the purpose of the testimony along with an allowance for mileage to and from the hearing place. That does not mean you cannot request more, but you cannot refuse to testify. If you are an expert witness, you can negotiate your fee and the party seeking your opinion is responsible for payment of the negotiated amount.

Re: compensation

I agree with the response you received from attorney Henigan. You may be able to negotiate payment for any legitimate expenses you have, eg lost wages. But there is no compensation for your testimony if you are not an expert witness - it's a civic responsibility & if subpoenaed a legal requirement.