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Serious Injury and Wrongful Death Cases in Harrisburg and Central Pennsylvania

A severe crash or other traumatic event can create urgent medical needs, lost income, and uncertainty about what happens next. When an incident causes a death, family members may also need to understand Pennsylvania wrongful death and survival claims. This resource covers general issues for people searching in Harrisburg and Central Pennsylvania.

Logue Law Group is based in Pittsburgh and evaluates serious injury and wrongful death cases across Pennsylvania. The firm does not imply a Harrisburg office by publishing a regional information page. Each matter requires review of its facts, applicable law, evidence, and deadlines.

Catastrophic Injuries and Long-Term Needs

Brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, paralysis, amputations, severe burns, and multiple trauma can affect daily independence and future care. A claim evaluation may need medical records, treatment plans, rehabilitation information, vocational evidence, and documentation of the person’s actual support needs. A diagnosis alone does not establish liability; the evidence must also support a legal basis for responsibility.

See the Pennsylvania catastrophic injury overview and the related resources on traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord injuries.

Fatal Incidents and Family Claims

Pennsylvania law provides separate wrongful death and survival actions. The wrongful death statute, 42 Pa.C.S. § 8301, and survival statute, 42 Pa.C.S. § 8302, address different interests. The proper parties and available damages depend on the circumstances. Read the statewide wrongful death guide for more detail.

Evidence and Deadlines

Depending on the incident, relevant evidence may include vehicle data, scene photographs, witness accounts, medical records, inspection or maintenance records, incident reports, and employment or insurance documents. Preservation can be time-sensitive. Many Pennsylvania injury and death claims are subject to a two-year limitations period under 42 Pa.C.S. § 5524, subject to exceptions and special rules. A claim involving a public entity may require additional analysis. Prompt case-specific advice can help identify applicable deadlines.

Discuss a Case With Logue Law Group

Call 412-387-6901 or visit the contact page to request a review. The firm is based in Pittsburgh and considers cases statewide. This page provides general information, not legal advice, and does not promise a result. Contacting the firm does not create an attorney-client relationship; representation begins only if the firm agrees to represent you.