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More than $20 million disbursed to victims from punitive damages awards fund, Labor Department figures reveal

JEFFERSON CITY – More than $20 million was deposited in funds for legal services and to help victims of accidents unable to collect damages or otherwise be compensated for their injuries over a 15 year period to the end of 2017, according to figures released by the Missouri Department of Labor and Industrial Relations.

By John Breslin | Dec 2, 2019

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Senators expected to vote within days on nominee for Missouri Eastern District, confirmation not certain

U.S. Senators are expected to vote within days on whether to confirm a nominee for the federal bench in the Eastern District of Missouri.

By John Breslin | Nov 27, 2019

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Officials, industry ponder problem of cannabis cash, potential clash with federal banking rules

By John Breslin | Nov 18, 2019

JEFFERSON CITY – State government officials are sifting through submissions on a draft rule drawn up on how taxes, fees and licenses will be paid ahead of the opening of the first medical marijuana dispensaries.

Farmers have few practical alternatives to Roundup, but still have faith in the weed killer, Farm Bureau president says

By Karen Kidd | Nov 12, 2019

JEFFERSON CITY – Despite tens of thousands of lawsuits and well orchestrated advertising campaigns from plaintiff lawyers, farmers in Missouri still put their faith in Roundup and have little in the way of alternatives, an agriculture advocate said during a recent interview.

Lawmakers urged to close loophole allowing law enforcement to reap benefits of cash and asset seizure

By John Breslin | Nov 12, 2019

Legislators in Missouri should try again to close a loophole that allows Missouri law enforcement to benefit directly from the seizure of cash and property despite a long standing state statute that attempted to curtail the activity, according to advocates for reform.

Agriculture trade groups 'fully support' science-based technology behind Roundup, farming advocate says

By Karen Kidd | Nov 12, 2019

JEFFERSON CITY – Farmers in Missouri still put their faith in Roundup and the science behind the weed killer despite the tens of thousands of lawsuits over its alleged risks, an agriculture advocacy group said during a recent interview.

Roundup sales are up despite tens of thousands of lawsuits, company spokesperson says

By Karen Kidd | Nov 11, 2019

JEFFERSON CITY – If sales figures from Bayer AG, which owns Roundup manufacturer Monsanto in St. Louis, are anything to go by, farmers still have faith in the weed killer despite tens of thousands of lawsuits and experts that suggest they shouldn't.

Defense bar, experts, gather for asbestos conference as figures reveal sharp rise in St. Louis filings

By John Breslin | Nov 11, 2019

Experts on genetics will speak on the potential link to individuals contracting mesothelioma at a defense bar asbestos litigation conference to be held this week.

Paramedic appeals decision to dismiss discrimination, coercion complaint against union

By John Breslin | Nov 11, 2019

A St. Louis-area paramedic who claims he was intimidated by a union for posting flyers informing fellow workers they could resign their membership and pay lower dues is appealing a decision by regional labor relations officials.

Schmitt: Moves towards settlement with states and companies blamed for opioid crisis, though tentative, welcome

By John Breslin | Nov 6, 2019

JEFFERSON CITY – Missourians affected by the opioid crisis and those charged with tackling its impact need help and the state's attorney general's office says recent moves towards possible settlements are welcome.

JUUL spokesman says company is 'taking aggressive actions' to reduce underage vaping

By Amanda Smith-Teutsch | Oct 31, 2019

ST. LOUIS – A spokesman for one of the most-popular electronic cigarette companies says critics are off the mark when they claim the companies market their products to young people.

Digital workplace apps may be convenient, but they can be a hotbed for employee lawsuits

By Shanice Harris | Oct 23, 2019

JEFFERSON CITY – Digital workplace apps are becoming commonplace for office interactions, offering a streamlined approach to employee growth and relationship through a single portal that’s easy to manage is tempting. But at what cost?

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TOPDOG Legal Marketing Announces New Brand, Law Firm Marketing Model

By Legal Newsline Submission | 2 months ago

TOPDOG Legal Marketing, an attorney-led team serving law firms nationwide, is excited to reveal its new brand and announce expanded options to better serve its clients

Judge declines to block state's fake meat law, Missouri Farm Bureau supports proper labeling for products

By Kyla Asbury | Oct 14, 2019

JEFFERSON CITY – A federal judge earlier this month refused to strike down a Missouri law that would ban companies from labeling products that were plant-based or meat substitutes as meat.

St. Louis airport continues to monitor legislation that would label chemical in firefighting foam as toxic

By Kyla Asbury | Oct 14, 2019

ST. LOUIS – Airports around the country are watching Washington, D.C. to see if Congress will regulate per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which are chemicals used in firefighting foam.

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Seeing all those Roundup commercials? That's because lawyers have spent $60M on them this year

By John O'Brien | 2 months ago

The search for clients to file cancer lawsuits over the weed-killer Roundup has exploded – even as the EPA says the product does not cause what lawyers are alleging.

Missouri ranks 44 in lawsuit climate survey, AIM CEO says rating needs to improve

By Carrie Bradon | Sep 30, 2019

JEFFERSON CITY – According to the U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform’s 2019 Lawsuit Climate Survey, Missouri’s ranking is improving – having moved up five places since 2017 – though it still remains 44th worst in the country.

Tort reform Senate bills to take effect, impacts may not be immediately felt, according to legal expert

By Rich Peters | Sep 23, 2019

JEFFERSON CITY – Several tort reform bills signed by Gov. Mike Parson in July took effect at the end of August that could change the legal climate across Missouri. However, those changes so far are still relatively unknown and could stay that way for a while, according to experts.

Missouri Justice Reform Coalition director says more work needs be done in regard to state's regulatory, legal climate

By John Severance | Sep 16, 2019

JEFFERSON CITY – The annual CNBC ranking of the best and worst states for business came out last month and Missouri found itself in the middle of the pack.

NLRB gives employers permission to enforce arbitration agreements and discipline workers who refuse to sign them

By Charmaine Little | Sep 13, 2019

JEFFERSON CITY – A recent decision by the National Labor Relations Board that employers can discipline employees who refuse to sign class waivers in response to class claims will be "welcome news" to employers in the state, a civil justice reform advocate says.

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