News from 2025
Professor Sadat Honored with Distinguished International Human Rights Award
WashU Law congratulates Professor Leila Sadat who was awarded the American Society of International Law’s 2025 Goler T. Butcher Medal!
Court upholds dismissal of negligence claim against Missouri church
ST. LOUIS — A Missouri appeals court has reaffirmed its decision to dismiss a negligence lawsuit against the First Baptist Church of Pierce City (FBC) related to sexual assaults that occurred during its youth ministry program.
Missouri Attorney General concludes trial against China over COVID-19
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has concluded his legal battle against China, seeking to hold the nation accountable for the spread of COVID-19.
AG warns Chiefs fans of Super Bowl ticket scams
JEFFERSON CITY — As the Kansas City Chiefs prepare to face off against the Philadelphia Eagles in the Super Bowl on Feb. 9, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey urges football fans to stay vigilant when purchasing tickets.
Missouri Attorney General secures convictions for fraud, more than $60,000 restitution for victims
ST. LOUIS — Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced that his office has secured convictions against the owner of Fresh Start Credit Services for three felony counts of deceptive business practices and two felony counts of securities fraud.
Attorney General Bailey Wins $62,000 for Victims and Obtains Felony Convictions After St. Louis Credit Repair Scheme
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced that his office obtained convictions against Loy Maxey, the owner of “Fresh Start Credit Services,” for three felony counts of deceptive business practices and two felony counts of securities fraud.
Teacher files lawsuit alleging toxic environment, wrongful termination at KIPP Kansas City
KANSAS CITY — A Grandview woman and former teacher is suing KIPP Kansas City, alleging that she was sexually harassed during her employment.
Amy Rebecca Johnson Admitted to Practice in Michigan
Amy Rebecca Johnson, family law attorney, was admitted to practice law in Michigan on December 19, 2024.
Missouri Attorney General introduces groundbreaking regulation to protect free speech
JEFFERSON CITY — Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has unveiled a groundbreaking regulation to safeguard free speech and give consumers greater control over social media platforms.
Talc lawyers fighting J&J's $9B plan get to grill lawyer holding 1,500 key votes
HOUSTON - A court-ordered deposition of a lawyer next week should produce plenty of fireworks, as he explains why 1,500 of his clients suing Johnson & Johnson changed their minds on whether to accept the company's massive settlement proposal.
Court upholds denial of Specific Performance in real estate dispute
ST. LOUIS — The Missouri Court of Appeals affirmed a circuit court decision denying specific performance of a real estate contract and awarding attorney’s fees to the prevailing party.
Professor Oliveri publishes first-ever casebook on fair housing
Professor Rigel Oliveri, along with coauthors Florence W. Roisman and Stacy E. Seicshnaydre, has published “The Right to Fair Housing: Cases, Statutes, and Context,” the first casebook ever published on fair housing.
Attorney General Bailey Promulgates Regulation Securing Algorithmic Freedom for Social Media Users
In an effort to protect free speech and safeguard consumers from censorship, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced he is issuing a regulation requiring Big Tech companies to offer algorithmic choice for social media users in Missouri.
Missouri court upholds $18.9M jury award in state contract dispute
ST. LOUIS — The Missouri Court of Appeals has upheld a lower court’s judgment awarding $18.9 million to EngagePoint Inc., and HHS Technology Group Holdings LLC involving a contract dispute.
Professor Rana presents on two AALS panels
Professor Shruti Rana, the assistant provost for strategic faculty initiatives at Mizzou, presented on two panels at the 2025 AALS Annual Meeting in San Francisco.
Missouri Court of Appeals, Western District, to sit at William Jewell College in Liberty
The Missouri Court of Appeals, Western District, plans to convene court Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at William Jewell College in Liberty.
Former Krispy Kreme emloyee claims retaliation, wrongful termination
A former Krispy Kreme employee claims he was a victim of retaliation and wrongful termination.
International Law Colloquium on January 23, 2025
The International Law Colloquium brings leading scholars to WashULaw, where they present works in progress and invite discussion and comments from students and faculty.
21st circuit commission announces nominees for McLaughlin circuit judge vacancy in St. Louis County
The Twenty-First Circuit Judicial Commission announces the panel of three nominees to be submitted to Governor Michael Kehoe to fill the circuit judge vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Nancy Watkins McLaughlin.
Two Shook Attorneys Admitted to ADAPT Legal
Shook Partner George Ngengwe and Associate Angelica Andreoli were recently admitted to the Advancing Diversity Across Patent Teams (ADAPT) organization.