News from February 2017
St. Francois County says former employer discriminated against her
ST. LOUIS — A St. Francois County woman is suing her former employer, citing alleged discrimination and failure to uphold Americans with Disabilities Act regulations.
Woman alleges companies failed to properly train driver
ST. LOUIS — A woman is suing businesses whose driver worked at warehouse in O'Fallon, citing alleged failure to warn and negligence.
Woman says St. Peters Denny's failed to keep premises safe
ST. LOUIS — A St. Peters woman is suing Denny's Inc. citing alleged failure to warn, insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries and negligence.
Illinois construction company allegedly failed to contribute to funds
ST. LOUIS — Trustees are suing New Concept Construction Inc., citing alleged violation of Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA).
Logistics company says St. Louis County retailer failed to pay warehousing fees
ST. LOUIS — A logistics company is suing Schnuck Markets Inc., citing alleged breach of contract and unjust enrichment.
Legal reform would allow Illinois' economy to grow, advocate says
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The "grand bargain" budget proposal in the Illinois General Assembly is light on reforms, especially tort reform, that would help provide the state with a path to economic growth, a legal reform advocate said.
Study suggests law school aid more likely to go to white students
ST. LOUIS — According to new data released by the Law School Survey of Student Engagement (LSSSE), almost 80 percent of scholarships given to law school students aren't based on need.
Broadcasting group's challenge to Missouri's alcohol advertising laws moves forward
JEFFERSON CITY — Regulations limiting alcohol advertising in Missouri are being challenged by a radio association that is at the forefront of what the state considers prohibited advertising.
St. Charles homeowner alleges Wells Fargo claimed debt even though property wasn't in default
ST. LOUIS — A St. Charles homeowner is suing a debt collector, citing alleged violation of the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) and the Missouri Merchandising Practices Act (MMPA).
Labor organizations accuse Ford Marble and Tile Inc. of violating ERISA
ST. LOUIS — Labor organizations are suing Ford Marble and Tile Inc., citing alleged violation of Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA).
General Motors failed to ensure van was safe, complaint alleges
ST. LOUIS — Graham, Texas, residents are suing General Motors LLC, a manufacturer, citing alleged liability and negligence.
St. Louis man says Nationwide Credit unlawfully coerced him into paying debt
ST. LOUIS — A St. Louis man is suing Nationwide Credit Inc., citing alleged violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA).
Benefit plan trustees claim Rena Final Cleaning failed to make all contributions
ST. LOUIS — Employee benefit plan trustees are suing Rena's Enterprise LLC, d/b/a Rena's Final Cleaning Co., citing alleged breach of contract.
St. Louis man says Jimmy John's operator didn't pay proper overtime
ST. LOUIS — A St. Louis man has filed a class-action lawsuit against an investment company and its owner, citing alleged violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
Motorist alleges Missouri trucking company's employee drove too fast
ST. LOUIS — A Hecker, Illinois, resident is suing a Rosebud-based trucking company and a driver, citing alleged negligence.
Energizer alleges Spectrum Brands violated trademarks
ST. LOUIS — A manufacturer has filed a class-action lawsuit against Spectrum Brands Holdings Inc., citing alleged trademark infringement.
Medical assistants say St. Louis Urgent Cares failed to pay overtime
ST. LOUIS — Two medical assistants have filed a class-action lawsuit against an urgent care center with locations throughout St. Louis, citing alleged violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
St. Louis woman says Liberty Life Assurance failed to review medical records when denying benefits
ST. LOUIS — A St. Louis woman is suing Liberty Life Assurance Co. of Boston, citing alleged breach of contract.
Caliber Home Loans tried to collect on debt that was discharged in bankruptcy, lawsuit claims
ST. LOUIS — A man is suing Caliber Home Loans Inc., citing alleged violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA).
St. Louis resident claims Account Resolution violated fair collection practices
ST. LOUIS — A St. Louis man is suing Account Resolution Corp., citing alleged violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA).