Atty. Eric John Purchase
Attorney Eric J. Purchase represents individuals and families suffering from injury or the death of a loved one.
Automobile Accidents And Injuries & More Attorney · Serving Erie, PA · 35+ Years Experience
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About Eric John Purchase at a Glance
Eric John Purchase is a Shareholder based in Erie, Pennsylvania, practicing at Purchase, George & Murphey, P.C.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on car accidents, contracts, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1991) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania, U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit and U.S. (1991). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1991) and Gannon University (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Erie County and Pennsylvania Bar Associations American Association for Justice Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Erie, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric John Purchase
- Attorney Eric J. Purchase represents individuals and families suffering from injury or the death of a loved one
- He was born and raised in Erie County, Pennsylvania
- He is a 1988 graduate of Gannon University
- In 1991, he received his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Pittsburgh, graduating with honors
- While at the University of Pittsburgh, Mr. Purchase served as editor of the University of Pittsburgh Law Review
- In recognition of his class standing upon graduation, Mr. Purchase was inducted into the Pittsburgh Chapter of the Order of the Coif
- Before opening his Pennsylvania personal injury practice, Mr. Purchase was a trial lawyer with one of Erie’s largest law firms and served as both an equity partner and a practice group chairman
- At that time, his practice consisted primarily of representing the region’s largest insurance companies and employers in trials and arbitrations
- His cases included personal injury and wrongful death claims, contract disputes, insurance coverage disputes, insurance bad faith claims, medical malpractice claims, and shareholder rights disputes
- Mr. Purchase has represented clients all over Pennsylvania, the United States, and overseas, including cases and clients in Singapore, Denmark, the Netherlands, Brazil, and Canada
- In 2006, Mr. Purchase founded his own law practice and ever since has devoted himself to representing individuals and families, primarily in cases against the larger insurance companies and corporations in the region
- Today, Mr. Purchase’s legal practice successfully represents clients in auto accident, wrongful death, medical malpractice, and personal injury cases. (Mr
- Purchase also represents local businesses and business people in commercial litigation cases, including contract litigation, shareholder/partner disputes, and other business disputes.) Mr. Purchase has taught and lectured to other lawyers and insurance adjustors on many subjects, including trial tactics, Pennsylvania auto insurance, car accident law, and other injury law subjects
- His lectures include Supreme Court approved Continuing Legal Education seminars, as well as private seminars for claims professionals
- He serves at the highest levels of Pennsylvania trial lawyer associations, including the Erie County Bar Association, the Western Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers, and the Pennsylvania Association of Justice
Practice Areas Explained
Eric John Purchase's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric John Purchase handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Erie.
Car Accidents in Erie
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Eric John Purchase is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Contracts in Erie
Eric John Purchase is one of 76,101 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Medical Malpractice in Erie
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Eric John Purchase is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Wrongful Death in Erie
Eric John Purchase is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Personal Injury in Erie
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Eric John Purchase is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Erie
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Erie are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Erie Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Erie-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Erie Choose Eric John Purchase
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Eric John Purchase's practice in the field of car accidents, contracts, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric John Purchase brings 35+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Pennsylvania and U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania, U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit and U.S., Eric John Purchase can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, contracts, and medical malpractice, Eric John Purchase can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Erie
A Erie-based practice means Eric John Purchase attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Eric John Purchase Handles in Erie
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Eric John Purchase has experience with under Pennsylvania law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Eric John Purchase directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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