Monthly Archives: November 2013

If You Are Thinking of Buying a Business, Beware

If you are thinking of buying an existing business, you better be aware of the doctrine of corporate successor liability.  This scary sounding doctrine essentially states that a new owner of a business can be held liable and responsible for … Continue reading

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Paying Your Spouse’s Medical Bills

The Missouri Court of Appeals for the Southern District has ruled that in order for a spouse to be responsible for the bills of the other spouse, the company or person seeking to recover the money or damages must show … Continue reading

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Thirty Days for Child Abuse

Missouri requires the Children’s Division to complete an investigation of child abuse within thirty days of the abuse being reported except for good cause. In addition, the Children’s Division must notify the defendant within ninety days. For more details, see … Continue reading

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Two birds with one stone, or two cops with one bullet?

Mr. Reed repeatedly pulled the trigger of his firearm while trying to point it at two police officers who were after him. Even though only one bullet was fired, Mr. Reed received two convictions for assault on a police officer. … Continue reading

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You’re not a part of my family… Are you stalking me?

Missouri Court of Appeals for the Southern District has held that orders of protection will only be granted against people outside of your family or household for stalking. In one case, an order of protection was granted when the victim … Continue reading

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Going through a divorce?

The Missouri Court of Appeals requires that all property be designated as marital or separate. In addition, Missouri requires that the property be divided fairly and equitably. Make sure your divorce attorney gets this done. If your attorney has questions, … Continue reading

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Have you been a Victim of Fraud?

The Missouri Courts have stated that in order to prove fraud, you must show the following elements: representation of fact, objective materiality, ignorance of falsity, right to rely when “a distinct and specific representation is made to be acted upon … Continue reading

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Court Says Mental Handicap is No Excuse

The Missouri Court of Appeals for the Eastern District has ruled that mental retardation is no exception for filing documents late. The lesson to be learned here is: court rules can be tough.. hire a lawyer. Still curious? Check out … Continue reading

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Saint Louis Red Light Camera Tickets

The Missouri Court of Appeals has recently struck down an ordinance in Saint Louis allowing drivers to be given tickets using a red light camera. The Court stated that the city must give notice of the charge and of the … Continue reading

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You’re Fired For Forging that Doctor’s Note… Or Are You?

A Missouri Court of Appeals has recently said that willfully falsifying documents with intent to deceive an employer can constitute misconduct. However, whether that misconduct qualifies for termination is another issue. The Missouri Court stated that if the forgery is … Continue reading

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