People wonder whether tort reform is good or bad? Tort reform is something that has been happening in Missouri for some time now. It is the idea that there are "runaway juries" that are driving insurance rates up and doctors out of the state. Therefore,...
What is a trial lawyer? According to Thomas Strong, lawyer and author of the book "Strong Advocate: the Life of a Trial Lawyer", trial lawyers are not money-grubbing filers of frivolous lawsuits that impede progress and business and hurt us all (as some would have you...
When the Missouri General Assembly enacted a law limiting a municipality’s operating revenue from court costs and fines to 20%, one of the unintended consequences was that municipalities had to seek other ways to generate revenue. One example was the City of Pagedale, which issued...
Imagine you get into an Uber or Lyft, have what appears to be a pleasant conversation with your driver and get dropped off at your home. Later, you find out that your entire interaction, from the moment you walked up to when you walked to...
Tomorrow, 7/11/18, is the last day to register to vote for the August primary. This year, the August primary will be held on Tuesday, August 7, 2018 and the general election is on November 6, 2018. Are you registered to vote? Follow the link below if...
Welcome to the Newsletter I hope everyone is enjoying their 4th of July! You received this email because you are one of the following: a former or current client, a referral partner or someone who just likes us. We value your privacy and if you do...
Many people have been asking me what are the implications of workers' rights in light of Epic Systems v. Lewis. The Supreme Court ruled in favor of upholding arbitration clauses in employment agreements. Therefore, an employer is permitted to have a clause as a condition of employment...
This year, the August primary will be held on Tuesday, August 7, 2018 and the general election is on November 6, 2018. Are you registered to vote? Follow the link below if you are not because deadlines are fast approaching. Unable to make it to...
While many people in Missouri vote in the November, few take the time to vote in other elections such as the August primaries which typically have more impact on the local level. This year, the August primary will be held on Tuesday, August 7, 2018....
From everyone at the Rana Law Group, we wish you all a happy Memorial Day! The office will be closed in observance of the holiday and will reopen on Tuesday, May 29, 2018. The purpose of Memorial Day is to remember and honor those who died...