by David P. Weiss | May 13, 2015 | "Asides" Blog (Non-Legal Reflections)
The U.S. Census Bureau sends out surveys to different businesses each year. And just as sure as the sun rises in the east, we will hear from one of our small-business clients, questioning whether they need to take the time to complete the survey. Unfortunately, or...
by David P. Weiss | Feb 18, 2015 | Litigation
A Missouri statutory provision defining “costs” recovery upon conclusion of litigation includes the right to recover attorneys’ fees when special circumstances exist. This statutory provision was recently relied upon in a case of an easement which...
by David P. Weiss | Feb 11, 2015 | "Asides" Blog (Non-Legal Reflections)
Today was a pretty sad day. No tears were shed, at least not in public, but you could see it in the eyes. It was a sad day. Sure, just like at a funeral. While the deceased is laid out for viewing and the mood is sober in the immediate area of the casket, in the rear...
by David P. Weiss | Oct 24, 2014 | Corporate Law, Small Business Law
The Wall Street Journal recently ran an article highlighting drug abuse in the workplace and the impact on employers. Apparently, the overall rate of workers in the U.S. who tested positive for drugs declined 18 percent between 2003 and 2013. However, the rate of use...
by David P. Weiss | Jul 28, 2014 | Corporate Law, Homeowner Associations
Unpaid directors, officers and volunteers of a Missouri nonprofit corporation enjoy immunity from certain acts other than those that are intentional or reckless. However, that immunity works only with regard to tort liability, not statutory liability that is imposed...
