By | December 23, 2010

Looking Back, Moving Forward

For me, December and the holiday season has always been a time to reflect on the past year. A time to remember the challenges we’ve overcome; the projects we’ve spearheaded; and the… Read More

By | November 11, 2010

Have You Thanked A Veteran Today?

Simmons Hanly Conroy advocates for veterans who died from asbestos related diseases On this Veterans Day, please remember to light a candle in memory of those who gave their lives to protect… Read More

By | November 2, 2010

Toyota Deja Vu: Automaker Issues Another Recall For Brake Concerns

Toyota once again finds itself in the crosshairs of public and media outcry. It issued its 16th recall Oct. 22, 2010, which pushed the total number of vehicles recalled this year past… Read More

By | October 27, 2010

Vampire Definition Helps Settle Intellectual Property Infringement Case

Vampire pop culture recently contributed to a Simmons law firm client’s success in settling an on-going intellectual property infringement case. Hoodlums Welding Hoods is a small business that designs creative welding helmets.… Read More

By | September 28, 2010

Charity Work Makes No Easy Money

Earlier this month, I headed to Sunset Hills Country Club in Edwardsville, Ill., to compete in the Simmons Employee Foundation’s 6th Annual Golf Tournament 4-man scramble. The tournament benefited two Madison County… Read More

By | September 1, 2010

It’s good to give green: SEF presents $210k to area charities

In the words of Abraham Lincoln, “when I do good, I feel good” and recently I couldn’t feel anything but good about the support the Simmons Employee Foundation provides to area charities.… Read More

By | 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 | 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 | 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 | February 8, 2010

In Memory of Our Friend and Colleague, Peggie Castruita

Today our hearts go out to the family of Peggie Castruita, our friend and colleague, who passed away on Friday. Peggie joined the firm on June 27, 2001 and spent her years… Read More

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