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Mr. Purcell practices in a number of areas of commercial law, with special emphasis in class action matters, intellectual property, media, general commercial litigation and employment issues.  He has represented substantial commercial clients in a number of nation-wide class actions, especially those involving alleged violations of consumer protection laws.  His practice also includes litigation relating to copyright, trademark, idea theft and unfair competition.  He also has substantial experience in construction and real estate matters.

Obtained summary judgment of Florida class action alleging that early termination fees in wireless contracts violated public policy.  The court held the practice did not violate Florida's Unfair and Deceptive Trade Practices Act.  Although there are several similar suits across the country, based on various consumer protection statutes, this was the first time a court has explicitly upheld the practice of charging these fees.

Settled a potential $1.5 billion class action, involving the alleged failure of a wireless carrier to provide consumers with credit disclosures, for $15,000 after defeating class certification motion in the Central District of California.

Obtained a 75% reduction of fees alleged owed to talent agency by actress in a breach of contract action in Los Angeles.

Won summary judgment in $7 million dollar fraud claim against major telecommunications company.

Obtained consent judgment and attorneys fees in theft of trade secrets case against test preparation company.

Obtained dismissal of $35 million dollar class action against major waste disposal company involving allegations that favorable rates were procured through fraud.  Complaint dismissed at the demurrer stage.

Obtained dismissal of §16 short swing profit claims against directors of a healthcare company.

Obtained defense judgment after bench trial on claims of breach of warranty and fraud claims in favor of large baking equipment manufacturer.

Represented major film studio in multiple wrongful termination actions involving allegations of hostile work environment and retaliation.

Represented major toy manufacturer in copyright/idea theft lawsuit involving allegations relating to CD-Rom Interactive games.