News & Investigations
Insulin Pump / CGM Failures: Over-Delivery, Under-Delivery, and Severe Outcomes
A defective or malfunctioning insulin pump does not just create inconvenience. It can lead to under-delivery or interruption of insulin, dangerous hyperglycemia, and emergency care. FDA reports on recent corrections describe hundreds of adverse events and dozens of injuries tied…
Company Accident Reports vs. Reality: How Maritime Investigations Uncover What Happened
Right after a maritime incident, the first story usually comes from the company. A supervisor’s write-up, an internal “safety report,” or a quick email to management can sound definitive. But those early narratives are often incomplete, shaped by limited information,…
South Philadelphia Parking Garage Collapse Raises Questions About Premises Liability and Third-Party Worksite Claims
A partial parking garage collapse in South Philadelphia has left one person dead and two others believed to be missing, according to current reporting. The collapse was reported just after 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, on the 3000…
Inc. Names McEldrew Purtell to Its 2026 List of the Fastest-Growing Private Companies in the Northeast
Companies on the Inc. Regionals: Northeast list had a median growth rate of 73 percent. Philadelphia, PA, March 31st, 2026 – Inc., the leading media brand and playbook for the entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping our future, revealed today that…
Resource Guides
Brochure: Community Legal Network
From medical malpractice and trucking crashes to nursing home neglect, gun violence, industrial disasters, and PCRA matters, we pursue accountability with urgency, compassion, and a trial-ready mindset.
Practice Area Overview: Transportation Accidents
This practice area overview explains the transportation accident cases we handle, trucking accidents, commercial vehicle collisions, rideshare crashes, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death, and lets you meet the team you’ll be working with, so you know who’s building your case…
Practice Area Overview: Maritime & Jones Act
This practice area overview explains the Maritime & Jones Act cases we handle and lets you meet the team you’ll be working with, so you know who’s building your case from day one.
Practice Area Overview: Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect
This practice area overview explains the nursing home abuse and neglect cases we handle, from pressure injuries to unexplained injury or death, and lets you meet the team you’ll be working with, so you know who’s building your case from…
Videos & Podcasts
The Deep Dive: Wrongful Convictions and Cheesesteaks
Dan Purtell joins In Depth With Deon Osborne alongside Antoinette Jones of the Julius Jones Institute for a conversation about wrongful convictions.
PFAS Water Contamination Lawsuit | Legal Help for “Forever Chemical” Exposure
Across the United States, communities are discovering PFAS contamination in public water systems. PFAS are man-made chemicals used in industrial processes and consumer products, and they have been linked to serious health risks.
Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreaks | Legal Help for Legionella Pneumonia Cases
Legionnaires’ disease is a severe form of pneumonia caused by Legionella bacteria. The bacteria can grow and spread in building water systems when they are not properly maintained.
Pressure Cooker Burn Lawsuit | Ninja Foodi, Instant Pot & Aldi Ambiano Injury Claims
Have you or a loved one suffered severe burns from a pressure cooker? You may not be alone. Several pressure cooker brands and retailers have faced recalls and lawsuits in recent years due to serious safety concerns.
Client Stories
McEldrew Purtell Files PCRA Petition Seeking Release of Michael Gaynor in 1988 Marcus Yates Case
McEldrew Purtell has filed a petition under Pennsylvania’s Post-Conviction Relief Act (PCRA) seeking the release of Michael Gaynor, who has been incarcerated since his 1988 conviction in the tragic shooting death of 5-year-old Marcus Yates.
Family of Amanda Cahill Files Federal Lawsuit After Jail Overdose
McEldrew Purtell has filed a federal lawsuit on behalf of the family of Amanda Cahill, a 31-year-old mother who died in September 2024 of a suspected fentanyl overdose while incarcerated at the Philadelphia Industrial Correctional Center (PICC).
