News from September 2017
NuvaRing makers accused of not explaining risks of product
CAMDEN — A Houston woman is suing the makers and distributors of NuvaRing, citing alleged breach of implied warranty.
Man claims Midwest Geriatric Management withdrew employment offer after learning his orientation
ST. LOUIS — A Madison County, Illinois, man is suing a Missouri-based nursing home company, citing alleged fraudulent inducement and discrimination.
Supplier claims Palmer Natural Products refused delivery of items
ST. LOUIS — An ingredient supplier is suing a manufacturer of dietary supplements, citing alleged breach of contract.
Motorist accused of violating right of way in St. Louis crash
ST. LOUIS — A driver is suing another motorist for allegedly making an abrupt U-turn, violating a stop sign.
NuvaRing makers allegedly failed to disclose risks; case could be transferred to Missouri court
CAMDEN — A Concord, California, woman is suing makers and distributors of NuvaRing, citing alleged breach of implied warranty.
Man accuses St. Peters shopping plaza operators of failing to abide by ADA guidelines
ST. LOUIS — A Johnson County, Indiana, individual is suing the owner, lessee and operator of a shopping plaza, citing alleged disability discrimination.
St. Charles business owners allege law firm failed to properly research Florida law
ST. LOUIS — Business owners from St. Charles County are suing a law firm, citing alleged negligence and legal malpractice.
Twins accuse Travel Centers of America of discrimination
ST. LOUIS — African-American twins are suing an employer, citing alleged discrimination, a hostile work environment and retaliation.
Former loan coordinator accuses FortuneBank of retaliatory discharge
ST. LOUIS — A loan coordinator and administrative assistant is suing a Missouri trust corporation, citing alleged wrongful termination.
State Supreme Court sides with Cole County judge in dismissing employer’s petitions for writs
The Missouri Supreme Court has affirmed a Cole County Circuit Court decision that dismissed an employer's petitions for writs of mandamus involving a discrimination complaint before the Missouri Commission on Human Rights (MCHR).
Liberty attorney indicted by Justice Department is suspended
Liberty attorney Robert J. Young, indicted by a federal grand jury in 2016 after first alleged to be mentally unfit to practice law, has been suspended following a Sept. 19 Missouri Supreme Court order.
Appeals court sides with MHTC in claims of malfunctioning traffic signals
A jury verdict in favor of the Missouri Highway and Transportation Commission (MHTC) involving allegations that malfunctioning traffic signals led to an auto collision will stand, an appeals court ruled.
Woman claims The State Life Insurance failed to honor long-term-care policy benefits
ST. LOUIS — A policy owner is suing an insurance company, citing alleged breach of contract.
Father blames NuvaRing manufacturers for daughter's death
CAMDEN, N.J. — A Chattanooga, Tennessee, father is suing the manufacturers of NuvaRing, citing alleged failure to warn of the harmful effects of the contraceptive.
Eastern District of Missouri rules for asbestos defendant in case previously decided
A defendant in asbestos litigation has been granted summary judgment in its argument that a Massachusetts court had already ruled in its favor on the same plaintiff's claim.
Man claims Roundup maker failed to warn of alleged dangers of using product
ST. LOUIS — A consumer is suing the maker of Roundup, citing alleged design and manufacturing defect.
Missouri high court upholds $38 million Depakote jury verdict
The Missouri Supreme Court has upheld a $38 million award in a personal-injury suit against Abbott Laboratories over its antiepileptic drug Depakote.
Nuisance suit against Republic Services dismissed at federal court
U.S. District Judge Catherine Perry has dismissed with prejudice a nuisance lawsuit against waste disposal provider Republic Services.
Judge awards $32 million in TCPA class action
After finding in favor of plaintiffs in a trial last month over violations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), a federal court judge has awarded $32.4 million in damages, or $10 per violation.
Woman claims Monsanto's Roundup contributed to sister's cancer
ST. LOUIS — A woman is suing an agricultural corporation, citing alleged failure to warn and insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries and death regarding the use of its product.