95 percent of the world’s jury trials are held in America. Our jury system is one way American society guarantees the rights of its citizens when on trial, either in civil or criminal court. The American jury system may not be perfect, but it’s the best the world has to offer… unless juror don’t answer…

Scott Robbins is working with the City of Alton, Missouri, regarding a proposed replacement of its aging drinking water system. The current drinking water system was installed in the 1950’s (or earlier). The existing water lines are made out of Transite (asbestos-cement), which was a popular choice of engineers for water, sewer, and stormwater pipelines…

The firm is pleased to announce that our partner, Scott Robbins, was selected as a member of the Nation’s Top One Percent List for 2015 by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel. NADC is an organization dedicated to promoting the highest standards of legal excellence. Its mission is to objectively recognize the attorneys who elevate…

Lots of employees use personal email accounts for work purposes. This can cause serious issues for business owners. The most recent example is that of former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, who used a personal email account for official government work. Business owners should consider a rule prohibiting employees using personal email for work for…

Sometimes, clients hire us after unsuccessfully trying to settle their personal injury claim on their own following an auto accident. Discussing your claim with an adjuster on your own is almost always unwise. The auto insurance companies want you to believe that they are “on your side”, that they are your “good neighbor” and that…

“Daylight time, a monstrosity in timekeeping.”—Harry S. Truman Sleep. For all of us it is a necessity, for others, it is a favorite pastime. Grudgingly, we set our clocks forward and lose an hour of sleep tomorrow, March 8, 2015, with the beginning of Daylight Savings Time. Since an updated federal law in 2005, on…

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is proposing six new deer regulations with regard to the Missouri deer season in 2016. From February through April 2015, MDC will be collecting public comments regarding the new deer regulation through open houses and online. Proposed changes include shortening the firearm season to 9 days and limiting archers…

Spousal maintenance (what used to be called alimony) is under attack in Missouri. Missouri currently has no statutory limits on the duration or amount of spousal maintenance. Section 452.335 RSMo., provides a list of factors for the judge to consider in awarding spousal maintenance in Missouri: The financial resources of the spouses; 1. Time needed…

Kennedy, Kennedy, Robbins & Yarbro, LC, is looking for a full-time, Legal Administrative Assistant to join our firm. The successful applicant for this position will be responsible for a wide range of duties including preparing correspondence and legal documents, maintaining an attorney’s calendar, maintaining client files and other administrative duties. Success in this position will…

Distracted driving is a clear and present danger on Missouri highways, streets and roads. Texting and cell phone use has been the main focus of the debate regarding distracted driving. In 2009, Missouri passed a law forbidding drivers under the age of 21 from texting while driving. Subsequent efforts to extend the ban to drivers…