Missouri

Missouri Lawmakers Tackle Property Tax Concerns Amid Constitutional Controversy

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — In a move aimed at tackling the growing concern over property tax rates, Missouri lawmakers have passed a new bill that has sparked considerable debate regarding its potential constitutionality. The recently approved legislation proposes to freeze or limit property tax rates across the state, though the specifics differ by county. Approximately 22 counties may have their property taxes frozen at existing rates, while nearly 90 other counties would see increases capped at 5% every two years. The rest of the counties in Missouri would not see any changes under the new … Read more

Missouri Father Sues Utility Companies Over House Explosion That Killed Son, Alleging Negligence and Safety Violations

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LEXINGTON, Mo. — A devastating house explosion earlier this month has led to a legal battle as Jacob Cunningham, a father who lost his son and suffered injuries alongside his daughter, filed a lawsuit against four utility and construction companies. The lawsuit claims that their negligence was directly responsible for the tragic incident that has deeply affected the Cunningham family. The lawsuit, lodged in Lafayette County Circuit Court, points the finger at United Fiber, Alfra Communication, Sellenriek Construction, and Liberty Utilities, alleging their operations or oversights brought about the April 9 explosion at the Cunningham’s … Read more

Missouri Jury Grants $48 Million to Family for Hospital’s Prolonged Labor Decision Leading to Child’s Brain Damage

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CLAYTON, Mo. — A jury in St. Louis County has awarded a massive $48.1 million verdict to the parents of a child who suffered permanent brain damage due to prolonged labor at Mercy Hospital. The case centered on the medical team’s decision to allow the prolonged pushing during childbirth despite warning signs that the baby was in distress. In the detailed judgment, Mercy Hospital, Mercy Clinic, and attending physician Dr. Daniel McNeive were held accountable. They were ordered to pay $28.1 million in compensatory damages to address the child’s ongoing care needs, and an additional … Read more

Jury Clears Missouri Hospital and Doctors in $1.5 Million Malpractice Suit Despite Tragic Childbirth Outcome

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ST. LOUIS, Mo. — A jury recently ruled in favor of the defense in a complex $1.5 million medical malpractice lawsuit concerning the tragic death of a mother following childbirth and significant birth injuries to the infant. The case, which challenged the medical decisions made under strenuous conditions, has drawn attention to the intersection of religious beliefs and medical care. At the heart of the lawsuit was the grievance filed by Richard Powell against Missouri Baptist Medical Center, Dr. Timothy Philpott, and Women’s Care Consultants following the death of his wife, Lacey Powell, and the … Read more