Injury

Federal Judge Dismisses Former Minnesota Gubernatorial Candidate’s Lawsuit, Citing Lack of Concrete Injury

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ST. PAUL, Minn. — A federal lawsuit brought by Scott Jensen, a former Republican gubernatorial candidate in Minnesota, was dismissed by a federal judge. Jensen had accused the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice of politically motivated investigations tied to his statements about COVID-19. The court decided on March 31 to dismiss the case without prejudice, meaning Jensen retains the option to refile. Jensen, a family physician who lost the 2022 governor race to Democrat Tim Walz, originally filed the lawsuit in June 2023. He claimed that his First Amendment rights to free speech were infringed … Read more

St. Louis Jury Awards $48 Million in Historic Verdict for Birth Injury Case, Spotlighting Medical Accountability

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ST. LOUIS, Mo. — A record-setting medical malpractice verdict of over $48 million was directed to a family whose child suffered severe brain damage during childbirth at a St. Louis County hospital. The St. Louis County Circuit Court concluded this month that medical oversight and delays significantly altered the life of a newborn, highlighting systemic flaws within pre-natal and delivery care systems. On May 4, 2020, a child identified as R.A. was born to Sarah Anyan, a cardiac nurse at Mercy Hospital, and her husband Blake, a former respiratory therapist there. Despite an uncomplicated pregnancy, … Read more

Greg Neinstein Guides Firm’s Shift: Expanding Horizons from Personal Injury to Include Mass Torts and Civil Litigation

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Toronto, Canada – Greg Neinstein, Managing Partner at Neinstein Personal Injury Lawyers, has recently advanced the scope of his longstanding Toronto-based firm by venturing into mass torts and civil litigation. This development marks a significant pivot from the firm’s traditional focus exclusively on personal injury claims, allowing them to address a broader array of legal challenges. Historically recognized for its dedication to personal injury victims, Neinstein Personal Injury Lawyers has been a stalwart advocate for individual rights for decades. The firm’s success in securing substantial settlements and verdicts for its clients has cemented its reputation … Read more

$1.5 Million Award Slashed in Tree Branch Injury Case Due to Public Entity Liability Cap

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St. Louis, MO — A local jury recently awarded Phillip Lacey over $1.5 million after he was injured by a falling tree branch while sitting at a bus stop in Lindenwood Park. However, this figure was later adjusted to just over half a million dollars due to Missouri’s legal caps on damages against public entities. The incident, which occurred in June 2022, resulted in severe injuries for Lacey, including a fractured skull and neck, as well as fractured orbital bones and ankle. These injuries stemmed from a large branch breaking off a pin oak tree … Read more