'Events' Category
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | June 15, 2010
Meso Foundation Symposium reminds me why I am a trial attorney
It never gets any easier. Every year I make my way to the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation‘s annual symposium, and every year I’m reminded of why I do what I do. Each year,… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | June 11, 2010
Reuters article highlights need for asbestos awareness
Earlier this week, while skimming my newsfeeds, I happened upon an example of why you shouldn’t believe everything you read. Over the past year, several companies that knowingly manufactured products with asbestos… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | June 10, 2010
Simmons employee Amy Bourland honored as Woman of Distinction by YWCA
A longtime Simmons Hanly Conroy employee, Amy Bourland, was recently selected as one of the YWCA of Alton’s 2010 Distinguished Women. To be selected, a woman must demonstrate exemplary community service and advance… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | May 27, 2010
Simmons Hanly Conroy to Attend 2010 International Symposium on Malignant Mesothelioma
It’s once again that time of year when the mesothelioma community descends on Washington, D.C. for the 2010 International Symposium on Malignant Mesothelioma hosted by the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation This year the 3-day meso… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | May 27, 2010
4th Annual SEF Dinner Auction Raises over $200k for Local Charities
Last Thursday night was a very special night for the Simmons Employee Foundation. We were able to help two local charities whose work improves the quality of life for so many children and… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | May 2, 2010
Stand Up 2 Cancer broadcast provides opportunity to increase awareness about mesothelioma
On Sept. 10, all the major television networks and several other broadcasters will once again air the 3-hour marathon Stand Up 2 Cancer. When SU2C aired in 2008, the program helped raise more than… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | March 3, 2010
ADAO to Address OSHA on the Need to Ban Asbestos Tomorrow Morning, Available Via Live Webcast
Our friends at the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization continue to work hard on behalf of victims of asbestos-related diseases. Linda Reinstein, Executive Director, will address OSHA tomorrow morning at 9 a.m. EST about… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | December 23, 2009
A Look Back on 2009
Working day-to-day, it’s easy to lose sight of the big picture. For that reason, I’d like to take a moment to reflect on all we’ve achieved this past year: the battles we’ve… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | September 16, 2009
Fighting Mesothelioma One Step at a Time
I’m pleased to announce that the Simmons law firm will sponsor the inaugural Miles for Meso, a 5K run/walk, in historic Alton, Ill., on September 26, 2009, beginning at 9 a.m. Money raised… Read More
By Simmons Hanly Conroy | August 17, 2009
SEF Hosts 5th Annual Golf Tournament for Children with Cancer
First things first, I write this post from my position as a board member of the Simmons Employee Foundation (SEF), not as partner of Simmons Hanly Conroy LLP. It has been my privilege to… Read More
