STL Record News
Checkwashing case heads back to state court
ST. LOUIS — The Missouri Court of Appeals Eastern District reversed a lower court's order and judgment, ruling that the lower court erred when it granted dismissal.
Thompson Coburn Launches Emerge Leadership Program
Thompson Coburn's commitment to attorney development is highlighted by the launch of its Emerge Leadership Program.
Federal judge grants motion to block Title IX rewrite
JEFFERSON CITY — A federal judge granted a motion to block a rewrite to Title IX allowing biological males in female spaces.
Attorney General Bailey Obtains Court Order Blocking Biden’s Unlawful Rewrite of Title IX
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced that the Eastern District of Missouri granted his motion to block Joe Biden’s unconstitutional rewrite of Title IX that would allow biological males in female spaces.
Jury awards $495M in bellwether baby formula trial
A St. Louis jury awarded an Illinois mother nearly $500 million in a verdict against Abbott Laboratories after she claimed the company’s Similac was responsible for her daughter’s severe injuries.
Bob Wallace Appointed Interim President of Explore St. Louis
Thompson Coburn partner Bob Wallace, Jr. has been appointed as the interim president of the tourism and convention agency Explore St. Louis.
Appeals court affirms ruling on St. Louis improvement district assessment levies
ST. LOUIS — The Missouri Court of Appeals Eastern District found that the appellants in a court case failed to timely appeal their issue and affirmed a lower court decision involving district assessment levies.
Thompson Coburn Attorneys Recognized in Chambers 2024 High Net Worth Guide
Thompson Coburn’s private client practice and three of our practitioners received recognition in this year’s Chambers High Net Worth guide (by Chambers & Partners).
Clinical Professor Emerita Angela Drake named GMLF Woman of the Year
Clinical Professor Emerita Angela Drake received a Greater Missouri Leadership Foundation Woman of the Year award this summer.
Missouri Court of Appeals reverses, remands Stanley Fastening verdict
ST. LOUIS — The Missouri Court of Appeals ruled that a lower court abused its discretion by failing to grant a mistrial involving Stanley Fastening Systems.
Professor Renee Henson Presents on AI
Professor Renee Henson made a presentation titled “AI: The Next Frontier?” to the National Conference of Court Public Information Officers.
Professor Rachel Sachs Appointed to Governor’s Advisory Council
Professor Rachel Sachs has been appointed to the Illinois Advisory Council on Financing and Access to Sickle Cell Disease Treatment and Other High-Cost Drugs and Treatments.
Bailey for Missouri, others condemn ads by Defend Missouri PAC, endorse Bailey for attorney general
JEFFERSON CITY — The Bailey for Missouri campaign, as well as others, have called for recent advertisements by Defendant Missouri PAC to be taken down after what they say is misleading and reprehensible.
UB Greensfelder Recognized in Chambers 2024 High Net Worth Guide for Private Wealth Law
UB Greensfelder LLP is pleased to announce that its Trusts & Estates Practice Group has been recognized in both Missouri and Ohio in the prestigious Chambers High Net Worth Guide for 2024.
Candidates for Tenured and Tenure-Track Faculty Positions Invited to Apply
WashU Law invites applications from entry-level or lateral candidates for tenure-track and tenured positions, to begin in the fall of 2025.
Abbott CEO on baby formula litigation: 'a public health crisis' would ensue if 'standard of care' formulas are no longer available in NICUs
Abbott Labs CEO Robert Ford said during a recent interview on CNBC's "Squawk Box" that ongoing litigation could negatively impact public health.
Professor Oliveri presents at US HUD leadership meeting
Professor Rigel Oliveri gave a presentation for U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s 2024 Office of General Counsel Leadership Meeting, which was held in St. Louis.
Sex Discrimination and Sex-Based Harassment in K-12 Schools on July 25, 2024
Join Husch Blackwell Education attorneys for a full day of Title IX training focusing on institutional response to sex discrimination and sex-based harassment in K-12 schools.
Thompson Coburn Product Liability Team's Appellate Win Highlighted by Law.com
Thompson Coburn’s appellate win on behalf of a tool manufacturer was highlighted by Law.com, covering the Eastern District of Missouri Court of Appeals’ reversal of a $7.7 million jury verdict against the company.
Janette Lohman Interviewed by Bloomberg on New Approach to Tax Compliance
Thompson Coburn partner Janette Lohman was recently interviewed by Bloomberg Law for Bloomberg Tax’s “Talking Tax” podcast.