Hammond & Shinners, P.C.

06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day to all the fathers, grandfathers, and father figures who work hard every day to support their families and strengthen their communities. We wish you a wonderful day spent with those who matter most.

06/19/2026

Happy ! Today we recognize a pivotal moment in American history and reflect on the progress made toward fulfilling the promise of liberty and justice for all.

06/12/2026

For too long, workers have done everything right: organized, voted for a union, and stood together for a better future, only to watch employers drag out contract negotiations for months or even years.

The Faster Labor Contracts Act is a major step toward fixing that.

Right now, workers wait an average of 465 days to secure a first union contract. This legislation puts an end to delay tactics by requiring employers to come to the bargaining table, establishing clear timelines for negotiations, and ensuring workers can finally secure the wages, benefits, and protections they voted for.

A union election should mean something. When workers choose a union, they deserve a fair contract, not endless stalling.

The House has done its job. Now it's time for the Senate to stand with working families and get this bill across the finish line.

The House has approved a bill to slash the time it takes for newly unionized workers to get a first contract. The measure allows for government intervention if a deal is not reached within 90 days.

06/08/2026

Estate planning arranges for the transfer of an individual's estate at the time of death. An estate consists of all property owned at death before it is distributed by will, trust, or intestacy laws. An estate may contain both real property (real estate, including houses and investment properties) and personal property (all other property, including bank accounts, securities, jewelry and automobiles). Typically, the process of estate planning involves extensive consultation with a number of professional advisors, including lawyers, financial counselors, accountants and life insurance representatives.

Contact us today at (314) 727-1015!

06/07/2026

A bosses' promises are temporary, but a union contract is in WRITING. 👏

06/05/2026

Visit the Laborers & Contractors Training Center in High Hill, MO on June 11th, 18th, or 20th to tour the facility and learn about strong career opportunities available in the building trades!

The first event is Thursday, June 11 By SHERI GASSAWAY Missouri Correspondent The Missouri Laborers union is inviting you and your family to visit its state-of-the-art training center in High Hill, Mo., to learn more about the career paths available within the trade. Guests will be able to tour the....

06/02/2026

Working families are feeling the strain every time they visit the grocery store, fill up their gas tank, or pay their monthly bills. Lawmakers need to listen when people say the rising cost of basic necessities is becoming a real crisis.

Even with recent oil shocks, affordability remains mostly an issue of incomes, not prices By JOSH BIVENS Economic Policy Institute Affordability has been the policy buzzword of recent years. Much of the affordability discourse — both among policymakers and the public — has focused near-exclusive...

06/01/2026

Teamsters Local 688 members at Heartland Coca-Cola stood up, stood strong, and earned a great contract that reflects their hard work.

By TIM ROWDEN Editor-in-Chief St. Louis – A group of over 35 workers at Heartland Coca-Cola have voted by an overwhelming 90 percent margin to ratify a new agreement. The service equipment workers are represented by Teamsters Local 688. “This new agreement is a big win for these workers,” said...

05/29/2026

Lawmakers and leaders need to listen to their constituents when we say that the affordability of the most basic goods is becoming a crisis for America’s hardest-working families.

Even with recent oil shocks, affordability remains mostly an issue of incomes, not prices By JOSH BIVENS Economic Policy Institute Affordability has been the policy buzzword of recent years. Much of the affordability discourse — both among policymakers and the public — has focused near-exclusive...

05/25/2026

Happy Birthday, Ann!

We’re celebrating Ann Dalton today and all she brings to Hammond & Shinners. From her experience to the way she shows up every day, she’s a big part of what makes this team work.

We’re lucky to have her and appreciate everything she does for our clients and our firm.

Join us in wishing Ann a great birthday and a year ahead full of good things!