Colin Haviland and Daniel Purtell settled an FELA case for $700,000 on behalf of a client who suffered severe injuries as a result of his Railroad employer failing to supply the proper equipment to complete his job.
McEldrew Purtellâs client was directed to manually lift an excavator bucket weighing in excess of three hundred pounds, despite his employer having a rule its employees should lift anything over 55 pounds without the assistance of a machine. Our firm is proud of our work on our clientâs behalf because we secured the money he needed to get him back on his feet and provide his family the financial security they deserve.
As a hardworking railroad employee, you enjoy many exciting career opportunities but are also exposed to alarming risks. It’s common to suffer minor scrapes, but railroad workers are also vulnerable to broken bones, concussions, or even severe burns. Given these…
McEldrew Purtell Partner and Railroad Attorney James J. McEldrew, III had his commentary on Positive Train Control published on the Philadelphia Inquirer website today.  The article discusses the need for the automated system mandated by Congress in 2008 to be implemented…
Jim McEldrew has scheduled his annual holiday party for Philadelphia’s railroad workers. This year, it will be Friday, December 8, 2017 starting at 6:30 PM at Chez Colette (located inside the Sofitel Hotel). Chez Colette is located at 120 S.…
Train accidents can lead to devastating injuries. This catastrophic harm can lead to high medical bills, financial struggles, and severe pain. These accidents are often the result of negligence. You could be owed substantial compensation for your injuries if that…
