News from April 2017
Employee alleges chemical companies disposed of toxic waste that harmed individuals
ST. LOUIS — An employee is suing biopharmaceutical firm and chemical-producing company for alleged negligence in toxic waste disposal, resulting in fatal injuries.
J&J attorney vows 'fight' as latest talc-cancer trial opens
ST. LOUIS -- A fifth high-profile trial over allegations that Johnson & Johnson talc powder products are linked to ovarian cancer got under way Tuesday, with plaintiff’s attorney Allen Smith arguing that the company put profits over its corporate responsibility.
Missouri judicial selection process comes under fire
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri Senate leader Ron Richard (R-Joplin) wants to repeal the process for selecting justices to the state’s Supreme Court.
Musician accuses lead singer of One Less Reason of reproducing song without permission
ST. LOUIS — A musician is suing the lead singer of One Less Reason for alleged copyright infringement.
Record labels say The Beale On Broadway performed songs without purchasing a license
ST. LOUIS — Record labels are suing a club for alleged copyright infringement by failing to purchase a license for the songs.
Sutton Painting allegedly failed to submit weekly reports
ST. LOUIS — Trustee representatives are suing Sutton Painting LLC and Sheila Sutton for alleged violation of workers compensation acts.
CMT Roofing didn't contribute to pension and education plans, suit claims
ST. LOUIS — Trustee representatives are suing CMT Roofing LLC for alleged violation of workers compensation acts.
Frontenac Painting allegedly failed to submit reports
ST. LOUIS — Trustee representatives are suing Frontenac Painting Inc. and Charles R. Chernick for alleged violation of workers compensation acts.
Cornerstone Masonry allegedly failed to make accurate contributions
ST. LOUIS — Trustee representatives are suing Cornerstone Masonry Inc. for alleged violation of workers compensation acts.
Etrailer Corp. accuses online competitor of stealing photos
ST. LOUIS — An online vendor based in Wentzville is suing an online seller from New Jersey, citing alleged unfair competition.
Helfrich Painting Co. didn't submit reports showing hours employees worked, suit claims
ST. LOUIS — Trustee representatives are suing Helfrich Painting Co. and owner Timothy Helfrich for alleged violation of workers' compensation acts.
Johned allegedly failed to submit required reports
ST. LOUIS — Trustee representatives are suing Johned Inc. and Edward Benson for alleged violation of workers' compensation acts.
J.L. Contracting Service allegedly failed to submit weekly reports for employee hours worked
ST. LOUIS — Trustee representatives are suing J.L. Brown Contracting Service Inc. and owner Jimmie Brown for alleged violation of workers' compensation acts.
Talc defendant cites Supreme Court ruling on out-of-state plaintiffs in bid to overturn verdict
ST. LOUIS — A defendant in a class action lawsuit over claims that talc is linked to patients developing ovarian cancer has cited a recent Missouri Supreme Court ruling that foreign corporations cannot be sued for events that happened out of state.
Sheriffs' Retirement Fund surcharge center of constitutional debate
ST. LOUIS — A $3 court surcharge for the Sheriffs' Retirement Fund is at the center of a potential constitutional battle between sheriffs and judges in Missouri.
Appeals court upholds decision on ConocoPhillips' leaking storage tanks
SPRINGFIELD — The Missouri Court of Appeals Southern District has upheld a decision by a lower court in favor of ConocoPhillips in a lawsuit alleging it took money from an insurance fund for the cleanup of leaking underground storage tanks.
Attorney to run for Newton County associate judge
NEOSHO — A trial attorney who has practiced law for 21 years is running for an associate judgeship in Newton County for the 2018 election.
Appeals court rules that utility rate hike can stand in Hillcrest Manor neighborhood
CAPE GIRARDEAU — Close to 250 customers in the Hillcrest Manor subdivision will have to pay utility rate hikes of $25 to $150 per month after a ruling was upheld by the Missouri Western District Court of Appeals.
Missouri lawmaker seeks to create more transparency in lawsuits involving the state
JEFFERSON CITY — After requesting and receiving million-dollar reports on lawsuits against the government, one state representative is proposing legislation to create transparency for taxpayers.
Representatives allege Schaltenbrand Construction failed to make all contributions to funds
ST. LOUIS — Trustee representatives are suing Schaltenbrand Construction Inc., citing alleged violation of workers compensation acts.