May 16, 2013

With Asbestos, Death Lurks Behind our Walls and Ceilings

Asbestos remains a problem for people in California. It is a problem throughout the United States. It is also a problem throughout the world. A member of parliament in Australia writes of its impact in Australia, pointing out that it has killed 50,000 and he states that, “Every day in this state another person dies [...]
May 16, 2013

Gil Purcell Delivers Commencement Address at Pepperdine University

Anti-Asbestos Champion Gilbert L. Purcell to Deliver Commencement Address for Pepperdine University School of Law MALIBU, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–May 10, 2013 Gilbert L. Purcell, a champion for asbestos victims, has been selected to deliver the commencement address for the Pepperdine University School of Law. Purcell has obtained more verdicts in favor of asbestos disease victims than [...]
May 13, 2013

Improper Handling of Asbestos Material is Illegal

A case from Illinois points out that criminal liability exists for improper removal of building materials that contain asbestos. A man was sentenced in federal court to five months in prison, three additional months of home confinement and $3,000 in fines. The businessman had purchased a former industrial site and had it demolished, however, he [...]
May 5, 2013

Champion of Justice Award 2013: Al Brayton

The Public Justice Foundation (PJF) has recognized Mr. Al Brayton with Brayton Purcell, LLP as this year’s winner of the Champion of Justice Award. As a national not-for-profit, 501 (c)(3) charitable membership organization, the PJF supports Public Justice’s litigation and educates the public about the critical issues it addresses. This prestigious award is presented annually [...]