EMTALA Claims Lawyers in Philadelphia & Conshohocken

Groen, Strokoff & O’Neill (GSO) represents patients harmed by violations of the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) throughout Philadelphia, Conshohocken, Montgomery County, and Delaware County. Our trial attorneys handle complex hospital liability cases involving failure to screen, failure to stabilize, and unlawful patient transfers.

If you were denied emergency treatment, discharged prematurely, or transferred without proper stabilization, you may have a federal EMTALA claim.

What Is an EMTALA Violation?

EMTALA requires hospitals with emergency departments to:

Provide an appropriate medical screening exam
Stabilize emergency medical conditions
Avoid improper transfers or patient dumping

Violations often occur when hospitals:

Refuse treatment due to insurance status
Fail to recognize life-threatening conditions
Transfer unstable patients without proper care
Discharge patients prematurely

These failures can result in catastrophic injury or wrongful death.

Who We Represent

Our Philadelphia EMTALA claims lawyers and Conshohocken EMTALA trial attorneys represent:

Patients denied emergency care
Families of wrongful death victims
Individuals discharged without stabilization
Patients improperly transferred between facilities

We investigate hospital policies, triage decisions, physician conduct, and federal compliance records to build trial-ready cases.

Serving Philadelphia, Montgomery & Delaware Counties

From our Philadelphia and Conshohocken offices, GSO Lawyers represents EMTALA victims in:

Montgomery County:
Conshohocken, King of Prussia, Norristown, Plymouth Meeting, Lafayette Hill, Blue Bell, Fort Washington, Ambler, Whitemarsh, Ardmore, Bala Cynwyd, Narberth, Wayne, Devon, Radnor, Bryn Mawr, Gladwyne, Audubon, Valley Forge

Delaware County:
Broomall, Lansdowne, Swarthmore, Glenolden, Drexel Hill, Yeadon, Media, Upper Darby

If you are searching for a Montgomery County EMTALA lawyer or Delaware County emergency room malpractice attorney, our firm provides experienced federal litigation representation.

Why Choose GSO Lawyers for EMTALA Claims

Trial-focused medical malpractice attorneys
Experience with complex hospital liability
Federal and state law strategy integration
Direct attorney access
Contingency fee representation

We prepare every EMTALA case as if it will be tried to verdict.

Compensation in EMTALA Cases

Victims of EMTALA violations may recover compensation for:

Additional medical complications
Permanent disability
Pain and suffering
Lost income and future care needs
Wrongful death damages

Speak With an EMTALA Trial Lawyer

If you or a loved one was denied emergency treatment, contact our Philadelphia EMTALA claims lawyers or Conshohocken EMTALA attorneys for a confidential consultation.

📞 Call 215-297-6156
📝 Request a free case evaluation

Reach a Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Hurry! Filing for medical malpractice has a ticking clock. If you or a loved one was injured by medical negligence, speak with our lawyers in Philadelphia or Conshohocken in Montgomery County medical malpractice.

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A Word From Our Clients

William Coppol came highly recommended to me and he lived up to that recommendation. He answered all my questions and was incredibly patient with me. I was a nervous wreck going into this and he looked out for me and got me a better result than I could have expected. I highly recommend his services, you will be in great hands.

John

Max Goldberg esq. did a fantastic job on my case. He was very empathetic and professional throughout the process. Max was very knowledgable and communicated well, I was never left in the dark. I highly recommend their services for anyone seeking a trusted firm to represent them!

Eric

I felt very confident with Franklin Strokoff. He understood how aggrieved we felt about our situation. I knew he was devoted to us and working toward the best outcome. I never felt the need to question or reach out to him, I knew he was on top of our case. If a question did arise, he always responded promptly.

Karen

I couldn’t be more grateful for the representation I received from Justin Groen, Bill Coppol and everyone else at GSO. From start to finish, they were professional, responsive, and had my best interests in mind. They made the process smooth and easy to understand, always taking the time to answer any questions I had and walking me through every step. Their knowledge, strategy, and dedication truly showed, and I felt supported throughout the entire process. Additionally I felt confident that every day they were fighting for the best possible outcome in my case. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for professional and experienced personal injury attorneys who know how to deliver results.

Thomas

In the time I needed them, they were there. GSO Lawyers were thorough, persistent and most importantly, they showed great care. Justin Groen is a legend and he fought hard for my family! He helped us get through a very trying time of my life and I will forever be grateful! I recommend them with the highest regard! If you need a lawyer, someone who will fight hard for you and get you what your family needs, please call Justin and the GSO team ASAP!

Kyle

Francis O’Neill represented me for personal injury case. Excellent speaking skills, clear communication. Mr. O’Neill and his staff responded to my emails and phone calls promptly. Finest, patient listener, he explained everything in an easy to understand manner. Was very thoughtful with reviewing my medical records, circumstances of my injury and was very knowledgeable about my current condition. He has outstanding research and analytical skills. He has won settlement in my difficult case with best possible outcome and I am happy to have such highly experienced lawyer on my side. I would definitely recommend Mr. O’Neill one of the best reputable trial lawyers in Pennsylvania and his entire firm.

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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I honestly didnt know what to expect when I had to seek legal council. I was fortunate enough to have Bill Coppol as my lawyer. From day one Bill was thoughtful,  transparent and caring. I never felt for one moment that he did not have my best interests at heart. I highly recommend assure you that you will be in good hands. Also shout out to an unsung hero. Mike is a paralegal here and he was with me for select appointments and was always on top of communication and information gathering.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We are incredibly grateful for the outstanding work Justin Groen did on my families behalf. From the very beginning, he was professional, compassionate, and truly committed to our case. He took the time to explain every step of the process in a way that was easy to understand, which gave us a lot of confidence during a very stressful time. His attention to detail, strong knowledge of the law, and dedication to achieving the best possible outcome really stood out. We always felt like our concerns were heard and that our case genuinely mattered to him. Communication was consistent and clear, and he was always responsive whenever we had questions. Thank you Justin and the entire GSO team for all of their hard work and expertise, our case was handled successfully, and we couldn’t be more satisfied with the outcome. We highly recommend Justin to anyone in need of a skilled and trustworthy attorney. He is the absolute best in the business!!!