The Law Offices of Robert P. Jackman

Introduction: Robert “Bob” Jackman has handled a wide variety of civil litigation throughout South Carolina. Since becoming a member of the South Carolina Bar in 2010, Bob has focused his practice on labor and business litigation. He also represents clients who have suffered personal injury in automobile accidents and defends clients who have been charged with criminal offenses. Bob conducted his undergraduate work at the University South Carolina where he received a B.A. in International Studies in 2006. In 2010, he graduated from the University of South Carolina School of Law where he was an Articles Editor for the American Bar Association’s Real Property, Trust & Estate Law Journal. When not working, Bob spends his time with his son Henry. AREAS OF PRACTICE Employment and Labor Law Employment law deals with a broad range of issues from two very different perspectives—the employer's and the employee's. Whether you are defending your business or have been discriminated against by an employer, we can advise you of your rights, settle your disputes, and help protect your interests. We provide advice and representation regarding employment issues that may include: • Payment of Wages • Family and medical leave and disability issues • Discrimination and EEOC practice • Harassment • Contract negotiations • Workplace safety • OSHA compliance • Discharge and discipline • Hiring and promotion • Benefit disputes • Trade secrets Business Litigation Business litigation generally refers to matters that are complex and are in an area of the law that includes a range of claims such as real estate claims, real estate development claims, bank fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, breach of contract, fraud, and tortious interference with contract. Some of the areas of Business Litigation that we offer representation in are the following: • Breach of Employee Non-disclosure Agreements • Breach of Fiduciary Duty • Breach of Non-compete Agreements • Breach of Contract Fraud • Insurance Litigation • Intentional Interference with Contract • Trademark and Copyright Law • Negligent Misrepresentation • Tortious interference (intentional damage of a business relationship) • Unfair trade practices Personal Injury We represent clients who have been injured due to the reckless, negligent or unsafe actions of a doctor, employer, driver, landlord or manufacturer. Damages in personal injury cases may include compensation for the following: • Medical care and treatment • Lost wages • Lost future earnings • Property damage • Pain and suffering Criminal Defense Cases we handle include the following: • DUI • Drug Offenses • Underage Drinking/Minor in Possession of Alcohol • Assault and Battery • Criminal Domestic Violence