St. Louis Legal Issues Blog
Explaining the Bureau of Consumer Protection
Consumers are constantly being bombarded with scams and other poor business practices everywhere they turn. This is not how the business world should act. That’s where the Bureau of Consumer Protection comes into play. This agency operates under the realm of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to help protect consumers from poor business practices, scams, […]
May 3 2018 On Behalf of David M. Duree & Associates, P.C. Civil Rights And Consumer Protection
How you can protect intellectual property in an electronic world
More and more companies are using digital technology, user interfaces, computer code and many other technologies to improve daily operations and customer service. But, is your business protected in today’s digital world? You need to be careful with protecting your company’s ideas and investments or risk losing them to copycats. That’s where intellectual property comes […]
Apr 26 2018 On Behalf of David M. Duree & Associates, P.C. Intellectual Property Litigation
What is the Uniform Commercial Code?
Commercial litigation is a very important aspect of the legal world. It allows people to file lawsuits for various commercial issues that could affect their lives. Commercial law governs the distribution and sale of various goods. It also governs the financing of specific transactions. Commercial law is governed by the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), which […]
Apr 25 2018 On Behalf of David M. Duree & Associates, P.C. Business And Commercial Litigation
Subcontractor Awarded Pre-judgment Interest
The Missouri Court of Appeals affirmed an award of pre-judgment interest to a successful subcontractor at the statutory rate of 9% in G & G Mechanical vs Jeff City Industry, on March 20,2018. #ConstructionLaw.
Apr 25 2018 On Behalf of David M. Duree & Associates, P.C. Uncategorized
Protect yourself by researching prospective contractors
The outdoor deck where you’ve hosted plenty of lively and fun-filled family and neighbor gatherings is in need of major repairs. Portions of the wood have broken or rotted. It needs painting, and water has leaked from it into your kitchen located just beneath it. It’s time to find the right contractor, someone or some […]
Apr 23 2018 On Behalf of David M. Duree & Associates, P.C. Blog
Discussing some of the common construction industry disputes
The construction industry is an important one when it comes to the economy of Illinois and the country as a whole. The more construction that occurs, the better the economy. Construction can include new homes, new businesses, new stores, new restaurants or remodels of all the above. Today, we will discuss the common causes of […]
Apr 4 2018 On Behalf of David M. Duree & Associates, P.C. Construction And Engineering Disputes
Steps to take if injured in a car accident
Getting into a car accident is scary, especially if you’ve never been in one before. It can be downright overwhelming if you have suffered an injury. You’ve likely talked about this situation in the past but never thought you’d be in it — ever. Now, you’ve suffered an injury in an Illinois car accident and […]
Mar 29 2018 On Behalf of David M. Duree & Associates, P.C. Personal Injury
Can I sue if my cosmetic product injures me?
The beauty industry in the United States is big business. According to a video produced by Money magazine and reported on by various media outlets, the average woman, whether in St. Louis or elsewhere, will spend an estimated $15,000 on beauty products over the course of her life. Lipstick and mascara are among the most […]
Mar 27 2018 On Behalf of David M. Duree & Associates, P.C. Personal Injury
Early season motorcyclists must prepare
In some parts of Illinois and the St. Louis metro-area, motorcyclists are already out on the road, enjoying the freedom, the wind in their hair, the camaraderie with fellow riders and the chance to travel on familiar or unexplored paths. Each spring, rising temperatures bring about such a rite of passage. Yes, ’tis the season […]
Mar 26 2018 On Behalf of David M. Duree & Associates, P.C. Blog