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Results:Court of Appeals for the Western District Affirms Summary Judgment in Favor of Firm Client in Case Involving Forklift Injury

APR 30, 2026

Court of Appeals for the Western District Affirms Summary Judgment in Favor of Firm Client in Case Involving Forklift Injury

On April 21, 2026, the Missouri Court of Appeals for the Western District affirmed summary judgment entered in favor of a firm client in a negligence suit arising from a fall from the elevated platform of a raised forklift.

Firm News:Jim Maloney Appointed Co-Chair of Baker Sterchi Insurance Coverage & Bad Faith Practice Group

APR 30, 2026

Jim Maloney Appointed Co-Chair of Baker Sterchi Insurance Coverage & Bad Faith Practice Group

Baker Sterchi Member Jim Maloney has been named co-chair of the firm's Insurance Coverage & Bad Faith Practice Group, succeeding Michael Shunk and joining Clay Crawford, who continues to serve as co-chair.

Speaking Engagements:Laura Beasley to Speak on Reptile Litigation at IDC Damages Conference

APR 29, 2026

Laura Beasley to Speak on Reptile Litigation at IDC Damages Conference

On May 14, Baker Sterchi Member Laura Beasley will co-present at the Illinois Defense Counsel (IDC) Damages Conference in Chicago, Illinois.

Firm News:Baker Sterchi Welcomes Kym Johnson as Director of Financial Systems and Integrations

APR 29, 2026

Baker Sterchi Welcomes Kym Johnson as Director of Financial Systems and Integrations

Baker Sterchi welcomes Kym Johnson as the firm's Director of Financial Systems and Integrations, based in the Kansas City office.

Firm News:Jim Maloney Accepts Invitation to Join American College of Coverage Counsel

APR 27, 2026

Jim Maloney Accepts Invitation to Join American College of Coverage Counsel

Jim Maloney, a Member in Baker Sterchi's Kansas City office, has accepted an invitation to join the American College of Coverage Counsel (ACCC) as a Fellow.

Speaking Engagements:Brian Maxey to Speak on First Amendment Issues at IACP Legal Officers Section Midyear Meeting

APR 17, 2026

Brian Maxey to Speak on First Amendment Issues at IACP Legal Officers Section Midyear Meeting

On April 28, Baker Sterchi attorney Brian Maxey will serve as a panelist at the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Legal Officers Section Spring Training & Midyear Meeting being held in Austin, Texas.

Speaking Engagements:Mark Budzinski to Present at WSHRM Spring Conference; Baker Sterchi Sponsors Event

APR 16, 2026

Mark Budzinski to Present at WSHRM Spring Conference; Baker Sterchi Sponsors Event

Baker Sterchi Member Mark Budzinski will present at the Wisconsin Society for Healthcare Risk Management (WSHRM) Spring Conference, which will be held virtually on April 24. The firm is also a conference sponsor.

Firm News:Lori VanTroost Appointed ALA Jacksonville Chapter Communications Director

APR 14, 2026

Lori VanTroost Appointed ALA Jacksonville Chapter Communications Director

Baker Sterchi electronic billing specialist Lori VanTroost has been appointed communications director of the Association of Legal Administrators Jacksonville Chapter Board of Directors for the 2026–27 term.

Firm News:Baker Sterchi Sponsors Autism Color Fun Run/Walk

APR 14, 2026

Baker Sterchi Sponsors Autism Color Fun Run/Walk

On behalf of the firm's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee, Baker Sterchi was proud to sponsor the Autism Color Fun Run/Walk event held on April 11 in Carterville, Illinois.

Speaking Engagements:Laura Beasley to Present on Alternative Business Structures and Litigation Funding at ADTA Annual Meeting

APR 9, 2026

Laura Beasley to Present on Alternative Business Structures and Litigation Funding at ADTA Annual Meeting

Baker Sterchi Member Laura Beasley will speak at the 2026 Association of Defense Trial Attorneys (ADTA) Annual Meeting being held April 21-25 in Playa Herradura, Costa Rica.