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Judge Jimmie Edwards Named to the St. Louis Regional Crime Commission

Lashly & Baer is please to announce that attorney Judge Jimmie M. Edwards has been named to the St. Louis Regional Crime Commission. ST. LOUIS REGIONAL CRIME COMMISSION HAS CHANGE IN LEADERSHIP Jimmie Edwards to become Chairman of the Board; Jim Whyte to become President Ed Dowd stepping down after nearly 19 years as President January 8, 2025 The St. Louis Regional Crime Commission, a non-profit organization that encompasses St. Louis CrimeStoppers and the Vacancy Project, Read more…

It’s the Most Magical Time of the Year: Renewing Your Professional License and Privileging Agreements

As we reach the end of the year, a multitude of various forms inevitably end up in health care providers’ offices. Most notably, the license renewals, privilege applications, and malpractice coverage renewals that all pose somewhat similar, yet subtly different, questions. Many health care providers make the mistake of delegating these forms to office staff. While each application asks for similar information, there are nuances to each form and the failure to accurately complete Read more…

A Landmark Case and Its Implications for Trucking Industry

Lashly & Baer attorney Patrick E. Foppe discusses “A Landmark Case and Its Implications for the Trucking Industry,” in the November/December 2024 issue of For the Defense, a DRI magazine. A $462 million verdict against Wabash National Corporation marks a pivotal moment in trucking litigation, emphasizing that compliance with federal safety standards may not shield manufacturers from punitive damages. The case, centered on a fatal underride crash, highlights the importance of proactive safety measures Read more…

Eleven Lashly & Baer Attorneys Receive Top Honors from2024 Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers

St. Louis, Missouri (November 12, 2024) – Lashly & Baer, P.C. is proud to announce that 11 of its attorneys have been recognized for excellence by Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers. Ten attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2024 Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers list: Each year, only 5% of attorneys in the state are chosen for this distinction, which highlights their exceptional professional achievements and peer recognition. In addition, Andrew R. Read more…

Lashly & Baer Recognized as a Best Law Firm for 2025

Lashly & Baer, P.C. has been recognized in the 2025 edition of Best Law Firms® , a testament to its unwavering commitment to legal excellence. Ranked by Best Law Firms nationally in 1 practice area and regionally in 8 practice areas, Lashly & Baer, P.C. has distinguished itself in the legal industry, earning this prestigious accolade. Lashly & Baer, P.C. received the following rankings in the 2025 Best Law Firms®: National Tier 3* Health Read more…

Lashly & Baer, P.C. Expands Health Care Practice andAdds Shareholder Shane A. Chapman

Tuesday October 1, 2024 (St. Louis, Missouri) – Lashly & Baer, P.C. announces that Shane A. Chapman has joined the Firm as a Shareholder in its litigation and health care practice groups. “We are thrilled that Shane will be joining us,” President Lisa O. Stump said in a statement. “Shane fits well with our growing health care practice, and we believe that he will be a tremendous asset to the Firm.” Mr. Chapman currently Read more…

Don’t Put Those Meds in the Mail!

D.C. Court Provides Clarity regarding Stark Law Rule against Physicians Mailing Medications to Patients’ Homes In Community Oncology Alliance v. U.S. DHHS, the D.C. District Court has made it clear that the Stark Law’s In-Office Ancillary Service (“IOAS”) exception does not permit a physician’s office or physician-owned pharmacy to mail prescription medications to patients. The case arose out of COVID pandemic era waivers and FAQs issued by the Department of Health and Human Services Read more…