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Eugene Ogrodowski

Pittsburgh, PA

Licensed for 20 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Personal Injury

Language

English

About

The son and grandson of coal miners from Washington County, Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh attorney Rich Ogrodowski represents individuals and families in Pennsylvania and West Virginia in admiralty & maritime, railroad - FELA, oilfield and gas explosions, serious personal injury and wrongful death, and product liability lawsuits.Rich grew up in Scenery Hill, Washington County, Pennsylvania. From the time he was a fifth grader until he went to college, he helped his mother clean offices in nearby Washington, Pennsylvania, including those of law firms. He helped make his way through college with part time work as a warehouseman — unloading tractor trailers and sweeping floors. Rich’s father was a coal miner for Beth Energy at the Mariana Mine until it caught fire and closed in the late 1980s, when he became an electrician. His maternal grandfather and his three great uncles spent their entire worklives at the Mariana Mine. Rich’s grandfather contracted black lung disease working there. At one point, Rich recalls having eight relatives working the mine. His paternal grandfather worked in a mill in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, which produced steel for bridges.As a father and husband, I know the preciousness of life. As the son and grandson of former coal miners in Washington County, Pennsylvania, I know the danger encountered everyday when a loved one leaves the house. When I first started practicing law, I mainly defended companies in personal injury lawsuits. But, my practice now focuses on representing individuals when they have been hurt or they have lost a loved one. That focus includes serious personal injury and wrongful death, admiralty & maritime, railroad - FELA, oilfield and gas explosions, motorcylce and car accidents, and product liability lawsuits.

Practices Areas

Personal Injury

Language

English

Contact

Goldsmith & Ogrodowski, L.L.C.247 Fort Pitt Blvd Fl 5Goldsmith & Ogrodowski LlcPittsburgh, PA, 15222-1510247 Fort Pitt Blvd Fl 5Goldsmith & Ogrodowski LlcGoldsmith & Ogrodowski LlcPittsburgh, PA, 15222-1510

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Reviews

Maureen
March 17, 2019

Our family hired Rich Ogrodowski to represent us for a product liability case. Upon meeting Rich we were impressed with his calm personality. We never felt pressured during any part of the process. Rich was a great communicator, patiently explaining the legal process. He frequently communicated via phone, text, and email as the case proceeded. He was thorough with his investigation and consulted capable and knowledgable expert witnesses. Rich reviewed the deposition process and when the time arrived, we felt well-prepared for our depositions and for mediation. During my deposition I truly saw Rich’s patient, honest character compared to that of the opposing counsel. We also appreciated that Rich did not spend money unnecessarily, choosing to delay out of state travel until the final stage of the case. Fortunately, out of town travel never needed to occur, saving our family costs at the settlement. Rich treated our father and all family members involved with respect and patience. Rich is a knowledgeable attorney who is honest and has integrity.

Maureen
March 17, 2019

Our family hired Rich Ogrodowski to represent us for a product liability case. Upon meeting Rich we were impressed with his calm personality. We never felt pressured during any part of the process. Rich was a great communicator, patiently explaining the legal process. He frequently communicated via phone, text, and email as the case proceeded. He was thorough with his investigation and consulted capable and knowledgable expert witnesses. Rich reviewed the deposition process and when the time arrived, we felt well-prepared for our depositions and for mediation. During my deposition I truly saw Rich’s patient, honest character compared to that of the opposing counsel. We also appreciated that Rich did not spend money unnecessarily, choosing to delay out of state travel until the final stage of the case. Fortunately, out of town travel never needed to occur, saving our family costs at the settlement. Rich treated our father and all family members involved with respect and patience. Rich is a knowledgeable attorney who is honest and has integrity.

Maureen
March 17, 2019

Our family hired Rich Ogrodowski to represent us for a product liability case. Upon meeting Rich we were impressed with his calm personality. We never felt pressured during any part of the process. Rich was a great communicator, patiently explaining the legal process. He frequently communicated via phone, text, and email as the case proceeded. He was thorough with his investigation and consulted capable and knowledgable expert witnesses. Rich reviewed the deposition process and when the time arrived, we felt well-prepared for our depositions and for mediation. During my deposition I truly saw Rich’s patient, honest character compared to that of the opposing counsel. We also appreciated that Rich did not spend money unnecessarily, choosing to delay out of state travel until the final stage of the case. Fortunately, out of town travel never needed to occur, saving our family costs at the settlement. Rich treated our father and all family members involved with respect and patience. Rich is a knowledgeable attorney who is honest and has integrity.