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Jury Bias and Reconceptualizing Jury Trials in the Age of COVID-19
In Part I of this conversation John Simon, Erich Vieth and law professor/researcher John Campbell discussed jury attitudes regarding jury...
What Do 1,500 People Think About Serving as Jurors During the COVID-19 Pandemic?
Trial attorneys have had to think outside of the box in order to represent their clients during the pandemic. Like...
Ford Recalls 2 Million Vehicles Due to Door Latch Failure: Do You Have a Case?
Ford is recalling more than two million models of sedans, crossovers, and vans because the doors have the potential to...
Analysis and Explanation of the Supreme Court Ruling in Bostock v. Clayton County, Georgia
On the morning of June 15, 2020, the Supreme Court of the United States (“SCOTUS”, “the Court”) handed down their...
Mary Simon to Serve on the Young Lawyers Division (YLD) Executive Committee for The Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis
The Young Lawyers Division (YLD) is a network of BAMSL lawyers interested in career advancement, public service, leadership training, and...
Severe Injuries in Evenflo’s “Big Kid” Booster Seats
In an investigation carried out by ProPublica, researchers found that—despite the company’s claims—Evenflo’s “Big Kid” booster seats offered little protection...
John G. Simon Receives 2020 Thomas G. Strong Trial Attorney Award from Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys
The Thomas G. Strong Trial Attorney Award is awarded to the Missouri Attorney who best exemplifies the qualities of professionalism,...
Johnny Simon Featured in Fox 2 News Article About Slain Officer
Firm attorney Johnny Simon was featured in a Fox 2 article about the deadly Russian roulette-style shooting of St. Louis...
Failure to Diagnose Lung Cancer: Who is Liable?
Lung cancer can be highly aggressive and spread quickly throughout the body. The longer it is left untreated, the harder...
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.
