In the early hours of New Year’s Eve, tragedy struck when a devastating attack led to unimaginable loss and injury. Many lives were changed forever, and the community is still reeling from the effects. At McEldrew Purtell, we stand with…
A series of devastating propane-related explosions have shaken Pennsylvania throughout 2023, especially in recent months. Despite propane companies claims that leaks and resulting explosions are rare, an overwhelming number of reported cases have occurred within the state over the last…
Our Civil Rights Team led by Mark V. Maguire reached a $1.6 million settlement for the estate of Marvin David Scott III, who was wrongfully killed by police officers while in custody. Mr. Scott was under arrest for a misdemeanor of…
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 Purtell’s client…
Attorney John Coyle settled an FELA case for $885,000 for a union railroad worker, John Felder, who suffered serious injuries on the job, while loading railroad ties. Mr. Felder and a coworker were tasked with moving railroad ties onto a…
Attorney Mark Maguire of our civil rights team secured $1.25 million for the estate of Damien Daniels, an Army veteran, wrongfully killed by police during a welfare check. On August 25, 2020, Damien Daniels was shot twice in the chest…
Marcus Washington settled a medical malpractice case for $2 million to be paid to the estate of our client Tyrone Hanes. Mr. Hanes suffered from a catastrophic automobile accident that left him with chronic pain and physical limitations. There was some…
Armani Faison, 35, was incarcerated in Philadelphia’s Currran-Fromhold Correctional Facility for a mere shoplifting charge when things took a heinous turn. Mr. Faison was placed in a cell with Kevin Massey who has a history of violence and sexual assault…
McEldrew Purtell attorney, John Coyle, supported by Associate Attorney, Cormick McLaughlin, secures a $1.6 million verdict in the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas on a no offer case on behalf of SEPTA conductor, Donnell Shuler in an FELA & Railroad case.…
When you go to a hospital or put a loved one in a nursing home, you expect that the medical personnel will do their best to improve the health of you or your loved one. The last thing you expect…
When you purchase a Tesla automobile from a dealer, it includes a standard Autopilot system. You have the option to replace that with a Full Self Driving (FSD) feature. Despite what the names suggest, neither feature removes the need for…
On June 8, 2023, the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued a warning about the Momaid infant lounger. According to that warning, the product does not meet critical US safety standards for infant sleep products. Danger Presented by the…
NYPD Wrongful Convictions Wrongful arrests and convictions can happen anywhere. Recently, news broke about hundreds of convictions in New York City that may have been obtained through corrupt practices by the NYPD. The Manhattan district attorney’s office reviewed over 1,100…
Motor Vehicle and Semi-Truck Accident Statistics In 2020, the most recent year the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) published data, there were 35,766 fatal motor vehicle crashes. This fatality rate is equivalent to 17.01 fatalities per 100,000 licensed drivers in the…
Dangerous drugs can cause serious harm to you or a family member. Medications meant to help you heal can result in physical or psychological injury, sometimes with long-lasting or permanent effects. You can take action to help repair some of…
Commercial truck accidents are frightening events that can end in death or catastrophic injuries. Commercial truck accidents are frightening events that can end in death or catastrophic injuries. While it is possible to proceed without a lawyer, it’s always in…
