News from November 2015
Mozato e-filing system coordinator addresses 'confusion' of multi-vendor e-service in Madison County
In response to multiple e-filing systems serving the Madison County court system, the legal technology service provider Mozato has created a webpage to answer questions that have been raised about multiple vendors providing the relatively new services.
Illinois Supreme Court narrows ability to sue over occupational diseases
The Illinois Supreme Court recently issued a decision barring employees from bringing tort claims against former employees for injuries incurred during previous employment that now are barred by the state Workers’ Compensation Act’s statutes of repose.
Driver sues over injury claims after Granite City accident
A Calhoun County driver is suing another driver over negligence claims and for injuries sustained in an accident in Granite City.
Pedestrian struck and injured by speeding vehicle, sues driver for damages
A pedestrian struck and injured by a speeding car is suing the driver over his alleged negligence.
Erie Insurance sued over alleged refusal to pay damages
A Jerseyville man has filed a lawsuit against Erie Insurance Co. to compel payment for his injuries under his uninsured motorist policy.
Task force drafting downsizing plan; Group aims at state's glut of governments
SPRINGFIELD — A task force aimed at the Illinois local government glut began shaping its report to the governor and legislature Thursday as members approved nine proposals.Most of the items passed with little or no opposition, but a handful are expected to draw debate should they make into bill form and be considered by the General Assembly.
Motorist alleges another driver caused accident leading to serious injuries
A motorist is suing another driver, alleging the defendant's negligence led to an accident that caused the plaintiff to suffer injuries.
DHS worker from Highland charged with theft, official misconduct
Illinois Department of Human Services caseworker Amy Mueller, 40, of Highland, has been charged for allegedly misappropriating more than $160,000 in assistance for needy families. Mueller was arraigned earlier today on charges brought by Attorney General Lisa Madigan’s office in Madison County Criminal Court.
Cass Commercial Bank sues Maryville couple over allegedly unpaid business loan
A Missouri bank is suing a Maryville couple for money they allegedly still owe on a business loan.
Mother sues motorist for allegedly injuring daughter in St. Jacob accident
A mother is suing a motorist she alleges failed to obey a stop sign, drove recklessly and crashed into her car, injuring her minor daughter.
Illinois: $7 billion in overdue bills and pension debt more than $110 billion
Overdue bills top $7 billion and long-term public pension debt is more than $110 billion. This is debt that’s being left for future generations to repay. No private corporation could behave in this manner without facing serious legal consequences.
Andy Economy resigns from Board of Commissioners amid scandal
Hours before the Nov. 18 meeting in which the Madison County Board was to vote on Andy Economy’s removal as president of the Board of Commissioners of the Metro East Sanitary District, Economy resigned.
Rauner reaches labor deals, but still in fight with AFSCME
SPRINGFIELD – Gov. Bruce Rauner’s administration on Wednesday announced it has reached new four-year deals with several trade unions, as well as with Service Employees International Union Local 1 of Chicago and the International Union of United Food and Commercial Workers.
Driver alleges injuries from Highway 50 collision
A driver sued the operator of a second vehicle for injuries sustained in a collision on Highway 50 in St. Clair County, Illinois.
Driver alleges motorist caused serious injuries in rear-end collision
A driver of an automobile traveling west bound on Fairwood Hills Road sues the owner and operator of a vehicle traveling in the same direction that allegedly slams into the rear end of the lead vehicle.
Driver and two passengers sue for injuries allegedly sustained in rear-end collision
An automobile driver and two passengers sued the driver of a second vehicle when the three were rear ended while driving on Illinois Route 157.
Driver sues for injuries allegedly sustained in Alton collision
A driver sued the operator of a second vehicle for injuries sustained in an accident on Belle and State Streets.
Belleville woman claims motorist caused three-car collision in Mascoutah
A Belleville motorist filed a lawsuit against a driver who allegedly caused a three car collision.
Pig farm odor suit belongs in Macoupin County where plaintiffs and defendants reside; Fifth District reverses Lopinot
MOUNT VERNON – Macoupin County residents who sued owners of a nearby pig farm must pursue the claim in their courthouse rather than St. Clair County, Fifth District appellate judges ruled on Nov. 16. They reversed Circuit Judge Vincent Lopinot, who rejected challenges to St. Clair County jurisdiction from the start of the action in 2012.
Patient says Xarelto makers misrepresented drug
A disgruntled Xarelto patient filed suit against major pharmaceutical manufacturers, developers, and researchers alleging they fraudulently misrepresented the dug's benefits, risks and dangers.