Filing a class-action lawsuit in Missouri can leave the plaintiff with many unanswered questions. Not all product failures or inappropriate business practices qualify for a class-action lawsuit. This type of lawsuit requires a few details other lawsuits do not need....
Kansas City Legal Blog
How to reduce the chances of a lawsuit
There are a lot of things to deal with as a business owner, and the fear of a lawsuit is one of them. It is a litigious society, and even small mistakes can lead to a lawsuit. Lawsuits can come from a variety of sources, such as vendors, clients and employees....
Situations that may lead to legal malpractice
There are certain things that an attorney might do that could open the door for a legal malpractice case. These things may seem harmless, which makes them even riskier for attorneys. Even clients may not realize that these situations could constitute malpractice. The...
Protecting intellectual property: Trademarks
From brand names to slogans and logos, many businesses rely on certain marks to differentiate themselves from the competition. Should companies try to use the same or similar marks as other businesses, it may dilute the brand or worse, leave consumers confused or...
Class-action lawsuits against Zoom raise security concerns
Class Action Lawsuit Against Zoom Zoom is a video conferencing company that produces a popular app that allows people to connect with one another remotely and conduct virtual meetings, classes, etc. It saw a tremendous rise in stock prices at the beginning of the...
Why do partnership disputes happen?
If you co-own a business in Missouri, chances are you and your partner shared a mutual interest that ultimately led to the decision to create an organization together. Operating a business brings many unique challenges and opportunities. Understanding how to navigate...
Why is losing a case not malpractice?
If you lose in your legal case, you may be unhappy with your attorney. You may also wonder if you have any legal recourse against him or her for losing your case. After all, there is the option of legal malpractice. According to Plaintiff Magazine, filing a legal...
Major child car seat manufacturer hit with a class-action suit
A child is the most precious cargo any adult will ever transport in his or her vehicle. To ensure children reach their destination safely, responsible parents follow official government guidelines for selecting and using child car seats. Unfortunately, a major car...
Metal on metal hip replacements and patient poisoning
If you are one of the many people who have undergone a joint replacement, you know the anticipation you felt prior to your surgery. Replacing a joint such as a knee or a hip should offer you better mobility and less pain than you experienced prior to the replacement....
What is the definition of unfair competition?
There are very few general rules when it comes to unfair competition. If your competitors are engaging in libel, stealing information from you or using deceptive advertising techniques, then you might have a case under the various unfair competition laws. The main...

