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McEldrew Purtell has a proven track record of maximizing recovery for our clients.
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From serious vehicle crashes to unsafe premises and complex litigation, McEldrew Purtell brings the experience, focus, and resources needed to fight for the full compensation you and your family deserve.
Civil Rights
Construction & Workplace – 3rd Party & Products
FELA / Railroad
Fire & Explosions
Medical Malpractice
Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect
Premises Liability, Negligent Security & Dram Shop
Prenatal, Birth, & Neonatal Injury
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At McEldrew Purtell, results matter and so does the way we achieve them. While our case outcomes reflect our tenacity in court and at the negotiation table, it’s the voices of our clients that truly capture who we are and why we do this work.
We represent people at the worst moments of their lives: after catastrophic injuries, workplace tragedies, and preventable losses. Through every case, we aim to deliver not just compensation but clarity, confidence, and care.
If you’re considering working with a Philadelphia trial lawyer, we invite you to read what our clients have said about their experiences with McEldrew Purtell. Their words are the most powerful testament to our values, our dedication, and our results.
News & Investigations
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Supply Chain Failures: Toxic Chemical Exposure Leading to Burns, Organ Damage, and Wrongful Death
Workers, drivers, warehouse employees, emergency responders, and nearby families can suffer life-changing injuries when hazardous chemicals leak, spill, or ignite. A single transportation failure or packaging defect can expose people to toxic fumes, chemical burns, respiratory damage, explosions, or long-term…
FELA vs. Worker’s Comp: What Qualifies as an FELA Claim?
One of the most important questions in a railroad injury case is whether the claim belongs under a state’s workers’ compensation law or the Federal Employers’ Liability Act (FELA). he answer to this question can have a dramatic impact on…



