Town Has Plans to Overcome Asbestos Exposure Problems
South Carolina contains many old buildings, from libraries to schools, churches and even some homes. A continuing problem that often arises in such structures has to do with risks associated with possible asbestos exposure. A town in another state is …
RPWB is a 2017 US News Best Law Firm
CHARLESTON, S.C. – Richardson, Patrick, Westbrook & Brickman was named a 2017 Best Law Firm by U.S. News & World Report, recognizing the plaintiff firm for its work on product liability, securities and personal injury lawsuits.
RPWB was selected …
School in Another State at Risk For Asbestos Exposure
One of the factors that suggests possible health-related hazards for South Carolina school students and faculties is how old their school buildings happen to be. In another state, the answer seems to be, “very old” in general, with the average …
Where to Seek Support for Legal Issues Re Asbestos Exposure
The dangers involved in working with or being near asbestos are well known in South Carolina and throughout the nation. This is one of the reasons asbestos exposure regulations are so strict. Employers are obligated to keep their workers informed …
Learn About Mesothelioma Treatment Options
Our firm recently published a SlideShare explaining what treatment options are available for mesothelioma patients.
Learn more by viewing our SlideShare:
…Library Renovation Uncovers Asbestos
A major renovation project has been temporarily been put on hold due to results of an environmental assessment that was conducted in the building. Construction was set to take place in a library building outside South Carolina, but all monies …
Be Aware of Mesothelioma Risk Factors, Know Where to Seek Support
We often are contacted by people who have been exposed to asbestos and are experiencing symptoms like a persistent cough, chest pain or difficulty breathing.
We let them know that we are here to help in the event they are …
Addressing asbestos exposure issues in court
There are currently many South Carolina residents, and others throughout the nation, who are dealing with adverse health conditions. Some have suffered from acute illnesses that came upon them suddenly, while others face chronic issues that have impeded their quality …
Asbestos Litigation Far From Over: Worker Says He Was Bribed
At an old Westinghouse Research and Technology Center in a location several states away from South Carolina, workers were given the task to remove insulation containing asbestos from a particular area where it was surrounding pipes. One man, who had …
What Treatment Options Are Available for Mesothelioma Victims?
A mesothelioma diagnosis usually comes as a shock to the victim and family members. One of the first questions patients have is regarding treatment options.
These options may vary depending on many factors: What stage the cancer is at, whether …