Purchase, George & Murphey, P.C.

$1.3M

Car Accident

A young woman, Sandra, suffered complex fractures to her left ring finger and right thumb, knee damage, and a myocardial contusion after a violent collision with a truck pulling out of a junkyard driveway. The junkyard owners' insurance companies (State Farm and Millville Mutual) initially refused to accept responsibility. After a week-long trial, a McKean County jury awarded Sandra $1,250,000.

$4.5M

Medical Malpractice

Medical Malpractice, Wrongful Death and Survival Actions case.

$545,000

Car Accident

Client was injured in a head-on collision when an oncoming SUV slid across the roadway. The claim against the at-fault driver settled for $95,000. An underinsurance claim resulted in an additional $450,000 after the client underwent spinal cord stimulator surgery.

$260,000

Car Accident

Client was struck from behind by a careless driver, aggravating preexisting low back problems and causing a neck injury requiring cervical discectomy and fusion. The client's insurance company initially offered $25,000 for under-insured motorist benefits (UIM) but increased it to $160,000 after the firm's involvement, based on a $260,000 evaluation.

$225,000

Car Accident

Client was rear-ended in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, suffering spine pain, tingling, and numbness, leading to permanent and disabling injuries. Encompass Insurance initially refused to pay thousands. The firm ensured the client's treating doctors explained the condition, leading to a $225,000 settlement.

$200,000

Medical Malpractice

Client was treated by an oral surgeon for a displaced mandibular fracture. The surgeon allegedly made errors in screw and plate placement, leading to poor fixation, infection, and inflammation. Despite multiple surgeries and orthodontics, some damage was permanent. A jury found in the client's favor and awarded $200,000.