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McEldrew Purtell and Dan Purtell Named Finalists in 2026 Pennsylvania Legal Awards
McEldrew Purtell is proud to announce that the firm has been named a finalist for Law Firm of the Year and Dan Purtell has been named a finalist…
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How To Go About Reporting Medication Errors
Patients put their trust and lives in the hands of medical professionals with the expectation that they will receive the best possible care. Unfortunately, even experienced members of the medical field can make medication errors to the detriment of patient…
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The Role Toxic Torts Play in Product Liability
Thanks to advancements in manufacturing, medicine, and technology sectors, consumers today have access to a wide variety of products in their daily lives. Unfortunately, some of these products are unsafe and may even cause severe illnesses. Other times, dangerous chemicals…
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Dog Bite Laws in Pennslyvania
Dog bite injuries are more common than you may realize. The number of dog bite cases is rising nationwide, with Pennsylvania experiencing one of the biggest increases. Pennsylvania has dog bite laws to compensate victims of dog bites in many circumstances.…
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Why Should You Hire a Police Brutality Attorney?
You may think police brutality will never affect you or a loved one. But when it does, a police brutality attorney can help. Understanding the difference between law enforcement standard operating procedures and police brutality is essential. When police violate…
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What Is Jackknifing?
Imagine that you’re driving to work when you see a fully-loaded tractor-trailer bent at an angle and headed in your direction. With nowhere to go, you brace yourself for impact and hope for the best. This is a terrifying reality…
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Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Ohio Hotel Pool Leads to Nine Hospitalizations
Seven people were hospitalized in critical condition Saturday after suffering from carbon monoxide poisoning at a Hampton Inn in Ohio. A total of nine people were taken to local hospitals, according to The Columbus Dispatch. Local Fire Chief Jay Riley…
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What Birth Injuries Cause Cerebral Palsy?
If you’re preparing to have a child or are already pregnant with a child, you might have started to do some research to help make sure that your child is healthy! One of the things that you might have come…
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At Least 13 Dead as Fire Rages Through Fairmount Philadelphia Housing Authority Apartments
The 800 block of North 23rd Street faced a deadly fire in the early hours of January 5th, 2022. At least 13 residents of the Philadelphia Housing Authority building have already been found dead, and early reports state that at…
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The Most Dangerous Roads for PA for Trucking Accidents
Driving is a hard thing that requires focus to succeed at driving and to make sure you’re driving safely. Certain roads in various parts of the world have different feelings, and the people who drive on those roads will often…
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Bristol Township – Two Injured by Space Heater
Two Bristol Township residents suffered significant burns and were airlifted to Temple Hospital after an electric space heater started a fire that caused significant damage to their home. Fire department officials arrived around 4:00 a.m. and stated that no smoke…
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Serious Car Accidents Remained High During COVID-19 Pandemic, While Minor Crashes Dropped Drastically
As we all know, the COVID-19 pandemic has altered the nation’s way of life. One example of this can be seen in the amount of traffic on the nation’s roadways. When people are commuting as normal, there are certain times…
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COVID 19 Outbreaks in Nursing Homes Linked to Quality Score
As we all know, the COVID-19 pandemic has altered industries across the nation. One field particularly hard hit has been the nursing home and residential care industry. With hundreds of residents living in close proximity, often people that are highly…
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Fisher-Price Rock n’ Play Sleeper Defective Product Lawsuits: Are They Right for You?
The number of Fisher-Price Rock n’ Play Sleeper Defective Product lawsuits are on the rise, and if your family lost a child after using this defective product, contact us at McEldrew Purtell without delay. Our legal team has the experience…
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When a Slip-And-Fall Leads To Wrongful Death
Slip-and-fall accidents are some of the most common accidents to occur. This is because there are many things that can cause it to happen, including uneven pavement, icy roads, unseen puddles, and upturned rugs. For some, a slip-and-fall accident may…
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Know the Signs of Elder Abuse
National data on cases of abuse in America’s 15,600-plus nursing homes and other elder-care programs is hard to come by. But several recent studies by government investigators, advocacy groups and the news media have chilling implications. According to the National…
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The Difference Between Wrongful Death Claims and Survival Actions
Losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence can really take a toll on the family. Often, they are not only left with grief, but serious financial troubles. After a tragedy such as this, the family has two legal…