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David Oliver Named to KC’s 2017 Power 100
David Oliver has been named to the Kansas City Business Journal’s “ 2017 Power 100 .” The Power 100 is the Journal’s attempt to gather on one list some of the most influential people in the Kansas City business community. The list includes local business executives, policymakers and those who “get things accomplished by harnessing the power of others.” For a link to David’s profile in the Journal’s article, click here .
Read More >Tim West on Changes to Missouri Expert Witness Rules
Berkowitz Oliver partner Tim West recently wrote an article regarding Missouri Governor Eric Greitens’ comments concerning changes to the admissibility of expert witness testimony in civil cases in Missouri. The governor’s comments were made at the signing of the bill, and in them, the governor referred to the elimination of “fake experts peddling junk science.” For a link to the complete article, click here .
Read More >Tim Millman and Nick DiVita Win Jury Trial in Chicago
Berkowitz Oliver partners Tim Millman and Nick DiVita won a jury verdict for client Ford Motor Company in federal court in Chicago on Tuesday, April 11, 2017. The plaintiff in the case claimed he was discharged in retaliation for seeking workers’ comp benefits and sought millions in alleged damages. Ford is a Fortune 100 company and long-time client of Berkowitz Oliver.
Read More >Tim West Wins Summary Judgment in Defamation, Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress Case
As recently noted in the Kansas City Business Journal , Tim West obtained summary judgment for his client in the federal court for the District of Kansas. In this case, the plaintiff alleged defamation and intentional infliction of emotional distress arising out of a Golf.com article concerning Hillcrest Country Club. Judge Crabtree’s opinion detailing Kansas law on these issues can be found here .
Read More >Berkowitz Oliver Sponsors Shields SAFEHOME Youth Soccer Clinic
Berkowitz Oliver was proud to be a sponsor of the 2017 Shields SAFEHOME Youth Soccer Clinic on February 20, 2017. The successful event provided 77 youth with the opportunity to interact with NFL Hall of Fame member Will Shields, receive coaching from FC Kansas City and Comets players, and learn about healthy relationships from SAFEHOME’s Education staff. SAFEHOME’s Education and Prevention Program provides school and community-based outreach to teach young people about teen dating violence, sexual assault, and healthy relationships.
Read More >False Claims Act Dismissal Obtained by Nick Kurt
Nick Kurt recently obtained a dismissal of a claim brought under the False Claims Act (“FCA”) against Quicken Loans in federal court in Kansas. The Court adopted Nick’s analysis and held that the plaintiff failed to comply with the procedural requirements of the FCA. The Court also held that the plaintiff failed to state a claim establishing liability under the FCA. The Court then declined to exercise supplemental jurisdiction over the plaintiff’s remaining claims. The plaintiff moved for reconsideration of the Order …
Read More >Nick Kurt Wins Dismissal on Subject Matter Jurisdiction in Federal Court
Nick Kurt recently obtained a complete dismissal of a legal malpractice action against his client in federal court in Kansas. The Court held that it lacked subject matter over the plaintiff’s claims. For the complete order, click here .
Read More >Morris, DiVita and Wieland Obtain Federal Court Dismissal for Lack of Personal Jurisdiction
Berkowitz Oliver partners Jeff Morris , Nick DiVita and Jennifer Wieland recently obtained a complete dismissal of their clients from a lawsuit filed in federal court in Kansas. The Court held there was no personal jurisdiction in Kansas over non-residents Smaller Earth, Inc. and Camp Leaders USA. The Court considered whether the non-resident defendants had “minimum contacts” with Kansas and concluded they did not. For an analysis of the Court’s dismissal order, click here .
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