News from April 2023
Thompson Coburn LLP announces The American Lawyer turns to Roman Wuller for insight into Missouri-based law firm revenue growth
Several law firms with roots in the Show Me State saw double-digit revenue growth in 2022, highlighting how firms in the heart of the U.S. often outperformed peers on the East and West coasts last year.
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announces Federal Court Grants Attorney General Bailey’s Request to Halt WOTUS Rule
In a major win for Missouri famers, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced today that the United States District Court for the District of North Dakota has granted his motion for preliminary injunction halting President Biden’s unconstitutional Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule.
GOP leader weighs in on Ashcroft's gubernatorial bid
Secretary of State is expected to campaign for governor on school choice policies
Missouri Supreme Court announces Missouri Court of Appeals, Western District, to sit at Truman State University in Kirksville
The Missouri Court of Appeals, Western District, plans to convene court Thursday, April 20, 2023, at Truman State University in Kirksville.
GOP senators face backlash after Anti-Red Flag Gun Seizure Act dies
The act would have countered a federal judge's order that rendered the Second Amendment Preservation Act null and void.
Attorney General Andrew Bailey announces Joins 21 State Coalition Opposing Biden's Attack on Gas Stoves
In an effort to enforce the laws as written, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey joined a coalition of 21 state attorneys general in opposing the Biden Administration’s proposed standards for conventional cooking products that would regulate the types of stoves and ovens Americans use to cook.
Sen. Hawley demands FBI investigate Christian school shooting as a hate crime
He also introduced a resolution that would condemn the shooting as a federal hate crime
Armstrong Teasdale hosts AT Academy: Co-Op and Condo Series - Cybersecurity and Confidentiality on April 13, 2023
Management and boards have substantial amounts of information about the building and its owners at their fingertips.
HB 1271 would create an Office of the Guardian Ad Litem, allow volunteer assistance
Rep. Sarah Unsicker introduced HB 1271 in February
Attorney General Andrew Bailey announces Joins 21 State Coalition Opposing Biden's Attack on Gas Stoves
In an effort to enforce the laws as written, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey joined a coalition of 21 state attorneys general in opposing the Biden Administration’s proposed standards for conventional cooking products that would regulate the types of stoves and ovens Americans use to cook.
Clay County jury awards 4-year-old $65 million plus interest in UPS lawsuit
A Kansas City computer forensic e-discovery expert testified against UPS
Guardian ad litem argues in federal case she had no duty to protect teen who committed suicide
Cynthia Haynes sued Jennifer Williams in the Eastern District of Missouri alleging the wrongful of her daughter, Mikaela Haynes,
Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP announces BTI Ranks Shook Among Top 30 for Client Service
For the third straight year, the BTI Consulting Group recognized Shook as one of the Top 30 law firms in the country in its annual client service survey. Shook ranked in the Top 5% of all law firms and scored in the highest ranking among the Best of the Best for the category, Provides Practical Solutions.
St. Louis top prosecutor announces bid for 2024 re-election despite legal filing to remove her
If re-elected in 2024, Gardner would serve a third term
Missouri Attorney General Bailey Announces Concrete Contractor Charged for Fraud and Theft in Franklin County
In an effort to protect consumers, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced today that his office has filed twelve felony counts of Deceptive Business Practice, Stealing by Deceit and Financial Exploitation of the Elderly against Daniel M. Carbone, 49, of St. Clair, MO.
Elected GOP leaders accused of blocking 'Concurrent Majority Ratification' legislation
House Joint Resolution 43 was introduced by GOP Rep. Mike Henderson
Missouri Supreme Court announces Eastern District appellate court to hold docket in Potosi
Students and faculty are expected to attend the court sessions of the Missouri Court of Appeals, Eastern District, when it holds its docket at Potosi High School at 9:30 a.m. March 29, 2023.
Missouri Chamber opposes GOP proposal to renew anti-vaccine bill, impose microchip implant ban
Waynesville Republican Bill Hardwick sponsored HB 700
Missouri Attorney General Bailey Leads Effort to Block Biden’s Rule Deeming Single Sex Dorms Unconstitutional
In an effort to defend Missourians’ right to religious liberty, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey led a coalition of 19 states in filing an amicus brief at the United States Supreme Court supporting the College of the Ozarks in their suit against the Biden Administration’s unlawful rule prohibiting single sex dorms.
Missouri Senate approves 4-year ban on trans treatment for children, stops short of permanent prohibition
SB 49 is also known as the Missouri Save Adolescents from Experimentation (SAFE) Act