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Mesothelioma is a particularly aggressive and deadly form of cancer. It attacks the surface layers of the lungs, stomach, and other internal organs. Approximately 3,000 new cases of mesothelioma are diagnosed in the United States every year. Every single one of these cases is caused by the same risk factor: exposure to asbestos. What is Asbestos? […]

CHARLESTON, SC – An international law firm ranking service has named Richardson, Patrick, Westbrook & Brickman as one of the six top firms in the United States for toxic tort litigation. RPWB was listed in the product liability, mass tort and class action: toxic tort – plaintiff category. The Legal 500 highlighted the firm’s well-regarded asbestos […]

A mesothelioma diagnosis affects the whole family. When a loved one is diagnosed, family members want to offer their help and support. But it is not always easy to know how to best do that. Here are some ways that family members can support their loved one during this time: Research: A mesothelioma diagnosis can […]

Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that is caused by asbestos exposure. Many people who are diagnosed with mesothelioma were exposed to asbestos in the workplace. Often, a diagnosis comes 20 to 50 years after the exposure occurred. Some newly diagnosed individuals may not remember when or where they were exposed. Since so many cases […]