Lashly & Baer, P.C.

Menu
close

CALL: 314-621-2939

OFFICE LOCATION

Blog

Department of Labor Issues Regulations Regarding the Families First Coronavirus Response Act

On April 1, 2020, the Department of Labor issued temporary regulations that provide further information about the scope and interpretation of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA).  The FFCRA is the new federal law that includes, among other things: 1) the Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act  (EPSLA), providing certain employees up to 80 hours of paid sick leave, and 2) the Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act (EFMLEA), which permits certain employees Read more

By Niki McCormick, ago

Richard D. Watters Named an ICON by Missouri Lawyers Media

Lashly & Baer, P.C. is excited to congratulate member Richard D. Watters, on being named a 2020 recipient of the Missouri Lawyers Media ICON Award. The ICON Award recognizes distinguished leaders in law, age 60 and older, for their notable, sustained success and strong leadership within and outside the field of law. Watters has practiced law at Lashly & Baer for 44 years, where he organized and lead the firm’s Health Law Group, which Read more

By Niki McCormick, ago

Personnel Law Updates for Missouri Municipal Employers

Attorney James C. Hetlage recently spoke at the Missouri Municipal League’s Annual Virtual Conference. He discussed the changing Federal and Missouri employment laws. It is essential that all employers, and especially governmental employers stay up to date on recent developments in personnel laws. His presentation discussed how COVID-19, the #MeToo movement and other current events are affecting local government employer’s rights and obligations. Areas covered in his presentation were:• Review of Anti-discrimination & Anit-harassment Read more

By Niki McCormick, ago

12 Lashly & Baer, P.C. Attorneys Recognized By Best Lawyers®

St. Louis, MO, United States, — Lashly & Baer, P.C. is pleased to announce that 12 attorneys have been recognized by Best Lawyers. Best Lawyers has published their list for over three decades, earning the respect of the profession, the media, and the public as the most reliable, unbiased source of legal referrals. “Best Lawyers was founded in 1981 with the purpose of highlighting the extraordinary accomplishments of those in the legal profession. After Read more

By Niki McCormick, ago
Devine_Julie

Julie Devine Named Best Attorney

Lashly & Baer, P.C. attorney Julie Z. Devine has been named Best Attorney by the St. Louis magazine Small Business Monthly. Each year the publication lists top attorneys known for helping to grow businesses in St. Louis. The attorneys listed were nominated by clients and peers to be included. To read the full list of recipients click here.

By Niki McCormick, ago

Kara Brostron Named Missouri Lawyers Weekly Unsung Hero

Lashly & Baer, P.C. Office Manager Kara Brostron was honored in the July 20, 2020 edition of Missouri Lawyers Weekly as a Legal Unsung Hero. Missouri Lawyers Media honored the law firm employees who have consistently gone above and beyond the call of duty, often behind the scenes. This award is reserved for the state’s most talented and dedicated legal support professionals. To read the full special edition click here: https://molawyersmedia.com/2020/07/17/unsung-legal-heroes-2020/

By Niki McCormick, ago

Missouri’s New Tort Reform on Punitive Damages That Should Significantly Assist in Defending Truck Accident Cases

The Missouri Legislature recently passed Senate Bill 591 (SB 591) that makes significant reforms to the law governing the award of punitive damages, which Governor Parson has signed. The new legislation has the likelihood of making it more difficult for plaintiffs to pursue claims for punitive damages in trucking accident cases and to reduce discovery against motor carriers. The legislation will likely face some legal challenges, and its application in some respects remains uncertain. Read more

By Niki McCormick, ago

Anders CPAs + Advisors Merged In Cummings, Ristau & Associates

Attorneys Stuart J. Vogelsmeir and Scott A. Pummell have represented client Anders CPAs + Advisors in their recent merger with Cummings, Ristau & Associates. In a deal that closed on June 30, 2020, Cummings, Ristau & Associates, a public accounting firm based in St. Louis County, Missouri, will combine its practice with Anders CPAs + Advisors. Partners David J. Ristau, CPA and Mark H. Cummings, CPA, along with 19 staff members will join Anders, Read more

By Niki McCormick, ago