News from 2024
Missouri Court of Appeals upholds default judgment against Root Insurance in claim denial case
ST. LOUIS — The Western District of the Missouri Court of Appeals has upheld a lower court's decision to deny Root Insurance Company's motion to set aside a default judgment award.
Thad Blenke Discusses Federal Circuit’s Anti-Suit Injunction Ruling
Thompson Coburn partner Thad Blenke was quoted in a recent IAM article on a Federal Circuit antisuit injunction ruling and what it means for global standard essential patent strategy.
Attorney General Bailey Obtains Court Win Throwing Out Biden-Harris Illegal Parole in Place Rule
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey obtained a court order throwing out the Biden-Harris Administration’s “parole in place” (PIP) rule that would allow millions of illegal immigrants to circumvent the law and obtain permanent residency.
Court strikes down Biden Administration’s "parole in place" rule
JEFFERSON CITY — In a significant legal victory, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey, alongside officials from 16 other states, successfully challenged the Biden-Harris Administration's "parole in place" (PIP) rule.
Several Amundsen Davis Service Groups Named in the 2025 Edition of Best Law Firms®
Several of Amundsen Davis's service groups have been ranked for 2025 in the 15th Edition of Best Law Firms®.
Justice Matters commentary: Missouri chief justice expresses gratitude for military members
As we celebrate Veterans Day this month, I reflect on the many veterans who have touched my life.
Christine Klein Joins WashU Law as Visiting Professor
We are proud to welcome renowned water law scholar Christine Klein to our faculty as a visiting professor for the fall 2024 semester.
Citizen-only voting amendments victorious in all eight states they were on ballot
Constitutional amendments to ensure only American citizens can vote in elections passed in all eight states they appeared on the ballot.
UB Greensfelder Earns National and Regional Recognition in Best Law Firms 2025 Edition
UB Greensfelder LLP is pleased to announce that the firm is ranked in 111 categories in the 2025 Best Law Firms® list.
Tonya Oliver Rose Discusses Potential Medicare Overpayment Changes
Thompson Coburn partner Tonya Oliver Rose was quoted in a Part B News article on a potential change to the 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS).
Court sides with lower court in appeal of Academy Sports + Outdoors case
ST. LOUIS — A couple appealed the dismissal of their negligence lawsuit against Academy Sports + Outdoors and an employee after a Jackson County court ruled the case was barred under the federal Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act.
16th circuit commission announces nominees for Del Muro circuit judge vacancy in Jackson County
The Sixteenth Circuit Judicial Commission has met and selected a panel of three nominees for the circuit judge vacancy in Division 4 of the Jackson County circuit court created by the retirement of Judge Justine E. Del Muro.
Husch Blackwell Represents CBC Bancorp in Acquisition of Bay Community Bancorp
Husch Blackwell represented CBC Bancorp in its acquisition of Bay Community Bancorp, the holding company for Community Bank of the Bay.
Appeals court partially overturns cable contract ruling on exclusivity clause compliance with FCC order
ST. LOUIS — In a recent decision, the Missouri Court of Appeals-Eastern District ruled on a long-standing dispute between Charter Communications and Mobile National Development Co. regarding an exclusive cable service agreement.
Bailey calls for California to end biofuels amendment
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has called on California regulators to halt a proposed amendment he claims will damage Missouri's agricultural and biofuels industries.
Missouri sees majority of offices taken by Republicans
JEFFERSON CITY — With all precincts reported, Republicans have won the majority of federal, state and local offices.
Attorney General Bailey Challenges California’s Proposed Amendment to Decimate Missouri Farms
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey directed a letter to California’s Chair of California Air Resources Board (CARB) demanding it rescind its proposed amendment that would irreversibly harm Missouri’s farmers and biofuels industry.
St. Louis utility worker files discrimination suit alleging racial harassment, retaliation
ST. LOUIS — A Black utility worker for St. Louis has filed a lawsuit against the city, alleging racial discrimination, workplace harassment and retaliation.
Veterans Clinic secures more than $500,000 for veterans in a single month
Martha Bradley Kleinhesselink and Carter Brooks Templeton, staff attorneys at the Mizzou Law Veterans Clinic, recently secured more than half a million dollars in retroactive payments for two veterans within the span of one month.
Consumers sue Waiakea, Sam's over claims of contaminated bottled water
ST. LOUIS — Two Missouri residents have filed a class-action lawsuit against Waiakea Bottling, Waiakea Inc. and Sam’s Club, alleging that Waiakea Hawaiian Volcanic Water was contaminated and caused significant health issues.