News from December 2004
Legally blonde
Thomas Maag All in the family... Home Court?... The "B" Team.
Maag: Not ready for prime time
Now we really know.
Gordon Maag didn’t have what it takes to sit on the Illinois Supreme Court.
First smokers � now eaters; what next?
To the Editor:
Happy Holidays!
The very best 'generic' holiday greeting to you and yours!
Give the courts a break
To the Editor:
Dec 27-31
Abbott Labs
Web postings: Docs would rather fight than settle
Every year for several years, legislation to identify individual physicians involved in medical malpractice lawsuits has been introduced in the Illinois General Assembly without advancing to a vote.
Mother sues bondsmen for daughter's capture
The bond that cements mother-to-daughter was not strong enough to fend off a bail bondsman in search of a bad-check writer on the lamb.
New Lawsuits: Wednesday, Dec. 22
Fresh from the courthouse
Rex Carr: champion of victims
Personal injury attorney Rex Carr of East St. Louis, renowned champion of victims, is Gordon E. Maag's choice of counsel in a lawsuit which centers around a negative campaign flyer.
First Amendment bears weight of strong opinions
Legal experts agree that proving a defamation lawsuit is difficult. But when it involves public figures who knowingly subject themselves to public discourse, the burden of proof may be even greater.
Premature birth prompts suit
Amy Bamper, whose son was born prematurely on June 4, 2002, filed suit against Maryville Women’s Center and Dr. Marlene H. Freeman, M.D. seeking to collect at least $50,000 in damages.
Injured workers name railroads in new suits
A century after railroads industrialized America's nooks and crannies, the industry is frequently discovering territory in court.
New Lawsuits: Tuesday, Dec. 21
Fresh from the courthouse:
General Motors and Four Flags in court
General Motors and Four Flags auto dealership in Glen Carbon, who are accused of overcharging customers for extended warranties, will be in court Dec. 29 on plaintiff's motion to compel discovery. Circuit Judge Andy Matoesian will preside.
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Chiropractor Shipley's class action in court Dec. 28
Dr. Lawrence Shipley of Granite City has filed 12 Class Action Lawsuits in Madison County. Granite City Chiropractor Lawrence Shipley, D.C.'s class action complaint against CCN Managed Care and First Health Group will be heard in court Dec. 28 on defendant's motion to dismiss or alternatively stay and compel arbitration.
New Lawsuits: Monday, Dec. 20
Fresh from the courthouse: