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Insurer seeks court declaration about coverage
EAST ST. LOUIS — An insurance firm is suing Christone Enterprises Inc., an Illinois corporation leasing and managing property in Belleville, and the West Virginia-based owners of the property, Ray H. Lewis and Alihah M. Lewis, seeking a declaration that a policy does not cover a claim asserted by the Lewises in St. Clair County Circuit Court.
Illinois corporation says Wisconsin company breached contract
EAST ST. LOUIS — An Illinois corporation is suing a Wisconsin company, citing alleged breach of contract.
Motorist accuses fellow driver of negligence
EDWARDSVILLE — A motorist is suing another driver, claiming negligence and alleging that insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.
Woman claims discrimination, hostile work environment
EAST ST. LOUIS — A woman is suing Continental Tires the Americas, an employer, citing alleged discrimination, hostile work environment and intentional infliction of emotional distress.
One law firm sues another over check
EDWARDSVILLE — One Alton law firm is suing another, with the plaintiff alleging that the defendant endorsed and deposited a check intended for the plaintiff and kept most of the amount.
Suit claims allergic reaction led to death
BELLEVILLE — An East St. Louis resident is suing Wexford Health Sources Inc. and Dr. Francis Kayira, medical care providers, alleging wrongful death.
Man says doctor failed to inform others of possible injuries
BELLEVILLE — A man is suing Nicholas Hilpipre, M.D., claiming the doctor negligently failed to inform an emergency department or emergency department physician that the plaintiff might have had an injury to his spinal cord and/or longitudinal ligament.
East St. Louis resident accuses students of sexual assault
BELLEVILLE — A mother is suing Makial Lucas and Samuel Young, III, students, claiming they sexually assaulted a disabled person.
Suit filed against Main Street Strip Club, bouncer over alleged injuries
BELLEVILLE – Two bar patrons allege they were injured by the establishment's bouncer.
A & A Hauling Inc. accused of not paying contributions to fund
EAST ST. LOUIS – A labor group fund alleges that it is owed delinquent contributions from an employer.
Bank claims defendant owes money for loan
BELLEVILLE — A financial institution is suing Jeffrey A. Kunsemiller, citing alleged unpaid debt.
Man claims property was contaminated by refineries
EDWARDSVILLE — A man is suing Phillips 66 Company, Phillips 66 Partners Holdings LLC, Phillips 66 Partners LP, Phillips 66 Carrier LLC, Phillips 66 Pipeline LLC, Buckeye Partners L.P., Buckeye Pipe Line Services Company, Buckeye Terminals LLC, Cenovus Energy US LLC, Hartford Wood River Terminal LLC and HWRD Oil Company LLC, alleging negligence and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Woman says drug dangers not disclosed
EAST ST. LOUIS — A woman is suing Sanofi S.A., Aventis Pharma S.A., Sanofi US Services Inc. and Sanofi-Aventis U.S. LLC, pharmaceutical companies, citing alleged design defect, negligence, product liability and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Man says insurer should pay award
BELLEVILLE — A man is suing USAA Insurance, citing alleged breach of contract.
Couple's lawsuit claims medical care fell short
EDWARDSVILLE — A couple's lawsuit against a doctor alleges negligence and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Suit says intoxicated bar patron injured plaintiff
EDWARDSVILLE — A man is suing Dave & Judy's Inc., doing business as Dave & Judy's B&R, and Greg Kuehnel, bar patron, claiming negligence and alleging that insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.
Former deputy sues sheriff, county over alleged retaliation
EAST ST. LOUIS — A former deputy is suing Randolph County, Illinois and the county's sheriff, Shannon Wolff, citing alleged retaliation and violation of civil rights.
Motorist sues trucking company and its owner/driver
BELLEVILLE — A motorist is suing Abraham A. Wiser and Wiser Trucking Inc., a trucking company and its owner/driver, alleging negligence and claiming that insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.
Woman claims age discrimination by former employer
EDWARDSVILLE — A woman is suing William M. Bedell Achievement and Resource Center and Rosejean Carter, former employers, citing alleged age discrimination, hostile work environment, retaliation, and wrongful termination.
Couple sue over actions of authorities
EDWARDSVILLE — A couple are suing police Sgt. David Davis and The Village of South Roxana, citing alleged abuse, excessive force and other counts.