When does commingling become misappropriation? One is a bookkeeping habit that can weaken your liability protection. The other is the unauthorized use of company funds, and it can bring personal liability. Every business owner should understand these two terms, and know what to do before a dispute forces the question.
Most St. Louis business owners have thought about how they will eventually leave their companies. Far fewer have written anything down. Here is what happens when an owner exits without a plan, what a succession plan actually covers, and how to move from good intentions to a signed document.
Missouri businesses have increasingly become targets of “sue-and-settle” website accessibility claims, where a quick settlement is cheaper than fighting in court. A new law signed May 7, 2026 changes that, giving businesses a 90-day cure period to address accessibility issues in good faith before facing liability.
Missouri businesses are receiving demand letters alleging that tracking technologies on their websites violate the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA) — a 1967 law designed to combat “Big Brother” surveillance. Many of these letters come from California resident Vivek Shah, a “serial tester” who has filed numerous website privacy claims and reportedly sent demand letters to thousands of businesses across the country.
The recent Supreme Court decision in Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II marks a significant shift for freight brokers and carriers. The Court limited a defense that brokers have historically relied on when accused of negligent selection (carelessly hiring a carrier).
Beginning in 2026, Illinois employers face a notably different compliance landscape. Amendments to the Illinois Worker Transparency Act broaden what counts as an unlawful employment practice, place new limits on one-sided agreements, and significantly expand potential remedies for employees. For employers relying on legacy contract language or standardized employment agreements, these changes carry real enforcement and financial risk and make careful review more important than ever.
Following the repeal of Missouri’s paid sick leave law, employers face new compliance questions. This article reviews key considerations and next steps.
In Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a long-standing evidentiary hurdle in Title VII cases. The decision reinforces the need for employers to apply clear, consistent, and well-documented practices in all employment decisions.
A data breach at Zappos.com exposed more than just customer information… it revealed a costly flaw in the company’s website Terms & Conditions. This cautionary tale shows how buried legal language and vague agreements can fail when your business needs them most. Learn why your online policies matter, and how to protect your business before problems arise.
In the ongoing case surrounding KDHX’s bankruptcy, Danna McKitrick attorney Tom DeWoskin represents a coalition of voices who aren’t ready to let the station’s mission be sold off without a fight.
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