Pennsylvania Wrongful Death Lawyer
When negligence takes a loved one, Pennsylvania law lets surviving family members pursue justice and compensation.
Wrongful Death Claims in Pennsylvania
Losing a family member to someone else's negligence is devastating. Pennsylvania's Wrongful Death Act and Survival Act allow surviving spouses, children, and parents — and the estate — to recover for their loss. While no amount of money can replace a loved one, a claim can provide financial security and a measure of accountability.
Common Causes of Wrongful Deaths
- Fatal car, truck, and motorcycle accidents
- Medical malpractice
- Workplace and construction fatalities
- Nursing home neglect
- Pedestrian and bicycle fatalities
- Defective products
- Premises hazards
- Acts of violence
What Makes Pennsylvania Wrongful Death Cases Unique
Pennsylvania law provides two separate but related claims: a wrongful death action (for the family's losses, such as lost support and companionship and funeral expenses) and a survival action (for the losses the deceased suffered, brought by the estate). The wrongful death claim generally must be brought within two years.
Insurers often contact victims quickly with a fast, low settlement offer. Before you accept anything or give a recorded statement, get a free case review — it costs nothing and protects your rights.
Compensation You May Recover
A full-value Pennsylvania wrongful death claim can include:
- Medical expenses — past, present, and all future treatment.
- Lost wages and earning capacity — income lost now and in the future.
- Pain and suffering — physical pain and emotional distress.
- Out-of-pocket costs — and, in serious cases, punitive damages.
How Injury Claim Team Helps
Injury Claim Team is not a law firm — we are a free service that connects injured Pennsylvanians with experienced personal injury attorneys who handle wrongful death cases throughout Pennsylvania. There is never a fee to use our service, and the attorneys in our network work on contingency: you pay nothing unless they win. We make it fast and simple to get matched with the right lawyer for your case.
Wrongful Death Claim FAQs
Generally the surviving spouse, children, or parents may benefit, and the personal representative of the estate brings the action. An attorney can clarify your rights.
A wrongful death action compensates surviving family members for their losses; a survival action recovers what the deceased could have claimed, including pre-death pain and suffering.
Generally two years from the date of death, though specific facts can affect deadlines. Speak with an attorney as soon as possible.
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