News from 2025
Bailey plans to serve cease and desist order against Planned Parenthood
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has announced his office has issued a notice of intent to serve a cease and desist order against Planned Parenthood facilities in Missouri to prohibit it from violating state health and safety standards..
Court rules against couple in dispute over $256K estate beneficiary change
ST. LOUIS — A Missouri appellate court has upheld a lower court ruling that denied a couple the right to designate themselves as beneficiaries of four financial accounts belonging to the late Thomas L. Nicastro, which held a combined balance of $256,530.58.
Court grants permanent writ of mandamus to Springfield School District, dismissing sexual assault case
ST. LOUIS — The Missouri Supreme Court has issued a permanent writ of mandamus in favor of the Springfield R-XII School District, effectively dismissing a lawsuit that alleged the district's negligence created a dangerous condition leading to the sexual assault of a female student at Central High School.
Missouri court upholds additional discipline on nurse’s license
ST. LOUIS — The Missouri Court of Appeals upheld a disciplinary order from the Missouri State Board of Nursing, affirming additional probationary terms on a licensed practical nurse after finding she violated the conditions of her probation.
Court upholds duty-related disability pension for former Kansas City firefighter
KANSAS CITY — A Missouri appellate court has upheld a lower court's ruling granting duty-related disability pension benefits to a former Kansas City firefighter, reversing the Kansas City Firefighters' Pension System Board's previous denial of his claim.
PowerSchool faces two class-action lawsuits over massive data breach
JEFFERSON CITY — PowerSchool Holdings Inc., one of the world's largest school data software companies, is facing two class-action lawsuits following a data breach that allegedly exposed the personal information of over 60 million individuals.
Court dismisses Kadean Construction's appeal in CannaVer receivership case
ST. LOUIS — The Missouri Court of Appeals has dismissed Kadean Construction Company's appeal in a complex legal dispute involving the receivership of CannaVer LLC and a multimillion-dollar mechanic's lien on a Hazelwood, Missouri property.
From Refugee to UMKC Student to Bestselling Author
Each year, the UMKC Alumni Association recognizes outstanding alumni achievements with an awards celebration. Diana Kander (B.A. ’02) is the Class of 2025 Defying the Odds Award recipient.
Shook Associate Selected for Centurions Leadership Program
The Kansas City Chamber of Commerce has selected Shook Associate Maxwell McGraw as part of its Centurions Pinnacle Class of 2027.
Appeals court reverses summary judgment in wrongful death case against cardiologists
ST. LOUIS — A Missouri appeals court has reversed a lower court's decision to grant summary judgment in favor of two doctors and a cardiology group accused of negligence in a wrongful death case, allowing the lawsuit to proceed.
Jazz Professor Named Jazz Educator of the Year by National Jazz Organization
Carl Allen, William D. and Mary Grant/Missouri Endowed Professor of Jazz Studies, was named the 2025 Ellis Marsalis, Jr. Educator of the Year by the Jazz Education Network, a professional organization dedicated to building the jazz arts community through education and performance.
Armstrong Teasdale Adds Litigation Associate Joshua Haner in Kansas City
Armstrong Teasdale announces the addition of Litigation Associate Joshua Haner to the firm’s Kansas City office.
Professor Boyack publishes op-ed in KC Star
Professor Andrea Boyack, a consumer law expert, published an op-ed in the Kansas City Star this morning advocating for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
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Missouri Supreme Court to review workplace retaliation case
JEFFERSON CITY — The Missouri Supreme Court will hear an appeal in a workplace retaliation case after the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (MHTC) challenged a lower court ruling that awarded a former employee substantial damages under the Missouri Human Rights Act (MHRA).
UMKC Releases 2024 Fall Dean’s List
The University of Missouri-Kansas City honors the dedication and effort required to achieve excellence. Every semester demands commitment, integrity and perseverance.
Armstrong Teasdale Adds Associate Andrew Krueger in St. Louis
Armstrong Teasdale announces the addition of Associate Andrew Krueger to the firm’s Corporate Services practice group.
Missouri Chief Justice Mary R. Russell to deliver annual State of the Judiciary
Missouri Chief Justice Mary R. Russell is scheduled to deliver the annual State of the Judiciary address to a joint session of the Missouri General Assembly Wednesday morning, February 26, 2025, in the House of Representatives chamber in the Missouri State Capitol Building in Jefferson City.
Woman sues Pfizer over alleged Depo-Provera brain tumor risks
ST. LOUIS — A Missouri woman has filed a lawsuit against Pfizer, claiming the pharmaceutical giant failed to warn patients about the risk of developing brain tumors linked to its contraceptive injection, Depo-Provera.
Mizzou 3Ls win National Trial Competition regional tournament
Congratulations to the Mizzou Team Gold, who took home championship in the National Trial Competition regional competition!