News from June 2017
St. Louis man claims area companies failed to warn of toxic materials from mining complex in Peru
ST. LOUIS — A St. Louis resident is suing a natural resource company and other area companies, citing alleged failure to warn and protect minor children from the harmful effects toxic substances coming from a metallurgical complex in Peru.
Wellston councilperson claims her free-speech rights were violated
ST. LOUIS — A Wellston councilperson is suing the city, citing alleged breach of duty.
Former housekeeper alleges she was harassed while working at St. Louis-area company
ST. LOUIS — A former housekeeper is suing St. Louis-area companies, citing alleged gender harassment and retaliation.
Transportation clerk alleges she was injured while employed at National Railroad Passenger Corp.
ST. LOUIS — A transportation clerk is suing a railroad corporation, citing alleged insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.
Residents sue Sidney Street property owner for failing to care for the property
ST. LOUIS — Residents and property owners are suing the owner of a property on Sidney Street, citing alleged breach of duty in failing to maintain the property that resulted to a public nuisance.
Consumers claim makers of Prilosec, Nexium failed to warn of side effects
ST. LOUIS — Consumers are suing pharmaceutical companies, citing alleged product liability and breach of implied warranty.
Child accuses St. Louis City School District of denial of free education
ST. LOUIS — A minor child with disabilities is suing St. Louis City School District, citing alleged denial of free education.
Woman claims relative's lung cancer caused by products that include asbestos
ST. LOUIS — A woman is suing a number of corporations, alleging their products and conduct are responsible for her relative's death from lung cancer.
Former assistant vice president sues US Bank over allege discrimination
ST. LOUIS — A St. Charles County woman is suing a bank, citing alleged age, disability and gender discrimination.
Lawyer: High court 'missed a big opportunity' in ruling regarding tax assessments
The Missouri Supreme Court recently upheld multi-county tax assessments that some have claimed to be discriminatory.
Federal court issues mixed ruling in Regal Beloit Inc. patent dispute case
U.S. District Judge Jean Hamilton issued a mixed ruling in a patent infringement dispute.
Woman says Pittsburgh Pipe and Supply discriminated against, fired her
ST. LOUIS — A former employee is suing Pittsburgh Pipe and Supply, Kevin Coan and Joseph Bergfeld, alleging discrimination, hostile work environment and retaliation.
Man says he was hurt by falling boards at Home Depot on Kingshighway Boulevard
ST. LOUIS — A man is suing Home Depot USA Inc., alleging that he was injured by falling hardware while in a store.
Navy vet, wife sue dozens of corporations over his lung cancer allegedly from asbestos
ST. LOUIS — A couple is suing a number of corporations, alleging that they failed to warn individuals of the harmful effects of asbestos.
Couple claims companies responsible for husband's lung cancer, cites asbestos exposure as cause
ST. LOUIS — A husband and wife are suing numerous companies and manufacturers, alleging that they are liable for the husband's lung cancer diagnosis due to asbestos exposure.
Women claim they developed ovarian cancer due to Johnson & Johnson talcum powder products
ST. LOUIS — Multiple consumers are suing a major consumer goods manufacturer, alleging breach of implied warranty.
Amtrak clerk holds rail transportation company responsible for health issues
ST. LOUIS — A transportation clerk is suing a railroad corporation, alleging negligence in keeping the workplace safe for employees.
Woman says ambulance service responsible for her fall from stretcher
ST. LOUIS — A patient is suing Abbott Ambulance Inc., an emergency transport service provider, alleging that she was injured when she fell from a stretcher.
Navy vet, former welder alleges numerous companies liable for his lung cancer
ST. LOUIS — A Navy veteran and former welder and mechanic is suing dozens of corporations for their negligence regarding asbestos-containing materials.
Amtrak allegedly failed to keep workplace safe, causing injury to employee
ST. LOUIS — An employee is suing a rail travel service, alleging negligence for an unsafe workplace.