Daniel Ashton - Philadelphia, PA
Attorney at McEldrew Purtell
Construction & Workplace Injury Lawyers in Philadelphia, PA
1845 Walnut Street 18th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19103
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Philadelphia Construction & Workplace Injury Lawyer
Updated: 07/16/2026
Areas of Practice
- Construction & Workplace Injury
- Premises Liability
- Supply Chain
- Toxic Tort
- Trucking, Commercial Vehicle & Rideshare
- Transportation Accidents
- Catastrophic Injury
- Wrongful Death
Attorney Information
Overview
changed by catastrophic injury. He has successfully litigated cases throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey involving premises liability, construction accidents, workplace injuries, motor vehicle crashes, and trucking accidents. Known for building strong relationships with his clients and their families, Dan brings persistence, compassion, and practical litigation experience to every case he handles.
Before joining McEldrew Purtell, Dan spent a decade at a prominent Philadelphia plaintiffs’ law firm, where he played a key role in securing millions of dollars in recoveries for injured clients. He was also actively involved in litigation aimed at addressing the opioid epidemic in Pennsylvania.
Dan’s commitment to worker safety is deeply personal. He comes from a union family, with two brothers who remain active in the labor movement. That background has shaped his dedication to protecting workers and their families. He frequently lectures to labor organizations on workplace safety and a wide range of legal issues, helping workers understand their rights both on the job and in the courtroom.
Dan earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Delaware and his law degree from Rutgers Law School.
Education
Legal Education
- Rutgers School of Law - Camden, Camden, New Jersey
Non Legal Education
- University of Delaware
Current Employment Position(s)
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Trial Lawyer & Workplace / General Injury Team Leader
Bar Admissions
- Pennsylvania
- New Jersey
Other Affiliations
- Pennsylvania Association of Justice
- American Association of Justice
- Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys
- Attorneys Information Exchange Group
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Contact
1845 Walnut Street
18th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone Number: 215-987-5645
Email: Send a message
Hours: 24/7
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