STL Record News
Man sues Boston Scientific for defective medical device
ST. LOUIS — A St. Charles County man is suing Boston Scientific Corporation claiming an implantable cardioverter defibrillator pulse generator was defective.
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Sponsors the 2024 Greater St. Louis Claims Association's Golf Tournament
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP is proud to sponsor the 2024 Greater St. Louis Claims Association’s Golf Tournament at The Falls Golf Club at Turtle Creek Drive on June 21 in O’Fallon, Missouri.
Attorney General Bailey Files Suit Against IBM for Violating the Missouri Human Rights Act
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey filed suit against International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) for violating the Missouri Human Rights Act.
Faculty Attend Law and Society Association Annual Meeting
Three WashULaw faculty members participated in the 2024 Law and Society Association Annual meeting in June.
Stonewall and the Continuing Struggle for Legal Protection on June 27, 2024
Please join Armstrong Teasdale’s DEI Department and PRIDE Resource Group for “Stonewall and the Continuing Struggle for Legal Protection."
Attorney General Bailey Charges Contractor for Fraud in Franklin County
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced that a grand jury in Franklin County has returned charges against Daniel E. Harrison, 40, for allegedly defrauding consumers in connection with his business, Extreame Lawn and Landscape.
Man sues Vapor Maven after being injured by vaping device
ST. LOUIS — A Missouri man filed a lawsuit against Vapor Maven alleging a defective battery caused him severe injuries.
Court grants AG's motion to dismiss challenge to Missouri pro-life laws
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced last week a significant legal victory for the state's pro-life laws.
Alicia McDonnell, JD ‘95, Clinic’s 50th Anniversary Award Honoree
Congratulations to Alicia McDonnell, JD ’95, who was recognized as a Clinic 50th Anniversary Award Honoree at the Distinguished Alumni Awards & 50th Anniversary of the Clinical Education Program on April 12.
Bailey testifies before House committee on political motivation in Bragg's prosecution of Trump
JEFFERSON CITY — Last week, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey testified before the U.S. House Judiciary Committee to address what he calls the politically motivated prosecution of President Donald Trump by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg.
Missouri federal judge says religious-based hospital is exempt from Title VII discrimination provisions
ST. LOUIS – A Missouri federal judge has granted a motion to dismiss in litigation brought by a former employee of SSM Health, who alleged she was unfairly retaliated against and terminated from her role after receiving a religious exemption from taking the COVID-19 vaccination.
After company fires employee for refusing to take COVID vax, judge rejects their dismissal motion
ST. LOUIS – A Missouri federal judge has denied a motion to dismiss from a company which a former employee alleged had discriminated against for her religious beliefs and fired her, after she refused to take the COVID-19 vaccination.
Appeals court rules in disability discrimination case against Missouri American Water
ST. LOUIS — A panel of judges for the Missouri Court of Appeals Eastern District affirmed summary judgment in favor of Missouri American Water Co. on claims of retaliation and workers' compensation retaliation.
'Unexcused delay': Lawyers suing Nike waited too long to file new complaint
ST. LOUIS - Class action lawyers who wanted another shot at Nike won't get their wish granted by a St. Louis federal judge.
Missouri Supreme Court issues permanent injunction in immunity case involving road work deaths
JEFFERSON CITY — The Supreme Court of Missouri issued permanent writs of prohibition following the deaths of four state employees during a work-zone traffic accident.
Shook Privacy Litigation Lauded in New Client-Driven Chambers USA Ranking
Chambers USA recognized Shook for eight top spots and welcomed new services and faces in the latest rankings based on client feedback.
Missouri AG settles sunshine law case with Belle
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced a settlement between his office and the city of Belle involving the state's Sunshine Law.
St. Louis inmates alleging 'inhumane' conditions see setback to class action lawsuit
ST. LOUIS – A federal appellate court has reversed a lower court decision that certified classes of pre-trial and post-conviction detainees at St. Louis’ now-closed Medium Security Institution who challenged what they believe are the facility’s “inhumane” conditions.
Shook Hosts 21st Annual Update of the Law CLE Webinar
Shook presented a day of learning at its 21st annual Update of the Law CLE, June 6.
Professor MJ Durkee Presents at United States Air Force Academy
Professor MJ Durkee presented “Space Law as Twenty-First Century International Law,” at the United States Air Force Academy, in a Space Law Lecture Series organized by their Law, Technology, and Warfare Research Cell.