MO Lawyers Blog

Fired doctor gets chance to seek punitive damages

An appeals court gave a Kansas City doctor another chance to win punitive damages against an employer that tried to classify him as an independent contractor to save on health care costs.

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Nixon commutes Clay’s sentence to life in prison

Gov. Jay Nixon commuted the sentence of Richard Clay, who was scheduled to be executed early Wednesday.

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Bond answers questions about Thompson Coburn job

Former U.S. Sen. Kit Bond announced Tuesday that he would take a job as partner with Thompson Coburn.

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UPDATE: Bond to work at Thompson Coburn

After spending decades in the Missouri political arena, U.S. Sen. Kit Bond will move into the private sector.

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Bryan Cave partner appointed deputy AG

President Barack Obama granted a recess appointment to James Cole, a Bryan Cave partner who was nominated to become deputy attorney general.

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Bringer appointed to northeast Missouri judgeship

Gov. Jay Nixon appointed state Rep. Rachel Bringer to become the circuit judge for the 10th Circuit, which encompasses Marion, Monroe and Ralls Counties.

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Nixon appoints Shelton to finance board

Gov. Jay Nixon appointed Reuben A. Shelton, senior counsel for litigation for Monsanto, to the Missouri Development Finance Board.

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Obama picks Ross for federal judgeship

President Barack Obama nominated St. Louis Circuit Judge John Ross to be a U.S. District Judge.

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Lawyer wins consumer arbitration for client, nets $11,000 in fees

Arbitration isn’t always a losing proposition for consumers.

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Koster unveils “Attorney General’s Cup” to determine mock trial dominance

There are numerous battles to obtain ceremonial cups. Hockey players try their best to win the Stanley Cup. Golfers compete for the Ryder Cup.

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