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LG Chem Loses Battery Burn Personal Jurisdiction Defense in Missouri
According to a release by Bloomberg Law, thousands of consumers have been injured by exploding 18650 Lithium-ion Batteries, including 18650...
Hip & Knee Replacement Device Company Issues Class II Recall
Exactech Inc., a medical device company headquartered in Gainesville, Florida, has recently recalled several models of hip and knee total...
What Does Premises Liability Mean?
Injuries resulting from a property owner’s negligence fall under a field of law called Premises Liability. All states require property...
Missouri Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury
When new personal injury cases come into our office, a St. Louis injury law expert will first consider the projected...
How To Be A Whistleblower And What To Expect
Whistleblowing, a concept dating back hundreds of years, boils down to one essential act: an employee bringing to light illegal...
Plaintiff Verdict in Unlawful Arrest Case
December 8, 2021, Wayne Gerling, a retired trucker from Hermann, MO, sat patiently as a jury deliberated for nearly 4...
Certain Models of Philips CPAP and Bi-Level PAP are Dangerous to Users
Many people with sleep apnea safely use CPAP and Bi-Level PAP devices in order to get a good night’s sleep....
After Hard-Fought Medical Malpractice Trial Involving Disputed Liability, Plaintiff Awarded $10M in Damages, Exceeding Request in Closing Argument
The Simon Law Firm requested $9.8M in closing arguments, but the jury’s verdict for the Plaintiff was $10M. Our client,...
In Five-Part Podcast Mini-Series, John Simon Untangles Voir Dire
Voir Dire is arguably the most important part of a trial, making it a worthy topic for extended treatment on...
Simon Law in the News
In the Lead: Missouri Lawyers Media Best Family-Led Law Firms
Simon Law has been recognized as one of Missouri's leading family-owned law firms in 2025, highlighting the firm's commitment to excellence, personal injury expertise, and the values passed down through its founding family. This recognition celebrates Simon Law's reputation for trusted, client-focused representation and its lasting impact on the legal community.
Want to change your name? A new Illinois law means more privacy during the process
A new Illinois law has made the name-change process more private and accessible by eliminating the long-standing newspaper publication requirement and shortening residency rules. These changes are important for people seeking safety, gender affirmation, or other personal reasons. Simon Law has volunteered in a recent name-change clinic to assist dozens of attendees with these updates.
Simon Law joins name change clinic in Illinois
Simon Law participates in a name change clinic hosted by Land of Lincoln Legal Aid in East St. Louis. Ten volunteers from the firm are helping community members complete name change paperwork, supporting individuals seeking safety from domestic violence or aligning their legal identity with their gender.
Local organization provides fresh produce to several local food pantries
With a sharp rise in food insecurity, Giddo Simon Ministries plays a vital role in supplying fresh produce to St. Louis pantries. Founded by the family of George Simon, who spent decades giving away food to those in need, the nonprofit now provides thousands of pounds of fruits and vegetables weekly to feed more than 6,000 families.
Local organization provides fresh produce to several local food pantries
Giddo Simon Ministries is helping local food pantries meet surging demand following the government shutdown. By donating more than $30,000 in fresh produce each month, the nonprofit, founded in honor of longtime Soulard produce seller George Simon, is ensuring thousands of families have access to healthy fruits and vegetables.
