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OSHA Violations Lead to Deadly Crane Accidents
Due to the sheer size, height, and weight of massive construction site cranes, these types of accidents are often characterized...
Vaping Injuries Highlight Epidemic Among Young Adults
Update: 9-30-2019 – “Juul Labs Chief Executive Kevin Burns stepped down Wednesday as government officials’ scrutiny of e-cigarettes grows and...
Is Autonomous Truck Platooning Legal in Your State?
Is it safe for an 80,000 pound truck to follow 50 feet behind another semi-truck of equal size for the...
Courts Sealed Evidence of the Deadly Effects of Opioids For Over a Decade, According to Reuters
Numerous lawsuits against opioid drug companies have come to light over the years, but on many key questions, the public...
Recent Cases of Alleged Police Misconduct Highlight Ongoing Issue
Although the laws regarding your civil rights and police misconduct are clear, some recent instances of police brutality show the...
Ongoing Lawsuits Allege Healthcare Providers Violated Law, Illegally Dispensed Opioids and Contributed to Ongoing Crisis
Numerous lawsuits across the nation highlight the ongoing opioid crisis that has had a widespread impact on our communities and...
New Lawsuits Claim Nutribullet Can Explode, Causing Injuries
Several dozen lawsuits across the nation claim that NutriBullet blenders have caused injuries due to the defective devices exploding. With...
Large Trucks More Likely to be Involved in Fatal Multiple-Vehicle Crashes, According to Recent Studies
Freight is a major part of the U.S. economy, and much of that freight is hauled across states by truck....
FDA Halts Sales of Pelvic Mesh Citing Reports of Complications
Live Updates: 4-25-2019 – Philadelphia Jury Slams J&J With $120M Pelvic Mesh Verdict. Read more. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has...
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.
