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Honeywell employee sues over lost wages while out sick with leukocytoclastic vasculitis
EDWARDSVILLE - An employee of an aerospace company claims he was denied wages owed during a period when he was unable to do his job due to illness.
Veteran, wife seek $40 million from US government over claims of untimely cancer diagnosis
BENTON - A Madison County couple is seeking $40 million from the U.S. government over claims a doctor failed to diagnose cancer in a timely manner.
Insurer sued for allegedly failing to pay for medical services
EDWARDSVILLE - A hospital has filed suit against an insurance plan provider for allegedly failing to cover the costs of services to Medicaid recipients.
Denny's cook claims gender discrimination over pay
BENTON - A female cook at a Denny's restaurant claims she was paid less money than male employees due to gender discrimination.
Local hotels sued by Florida advocate over alleged ADA advertising violations
BENTON - A Florida disability rights advocate has filed several suits in federal court against local hotels over claims they violated provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by not providing necessary information on accessibility.
Former Flint Law Firm paralegal alleges discrimination
BENTON - A former paralegal at Flint Law Firm alleges the firm wrongfully terminated her.
Former CEO, employees of Plant Maintenance accused of destroying data, transferring confidential information
EDWARDSVILLE - An industrial cleaning company is suing its former employees, including a one time chief executive, alleging they took customers and company information to a rival business.
Madison County Recorder's Office continues its work remotely, reminds citizens remote notarization allowed
As the stay-at-home order in Illinois is extended through the end of May, Madison County Recorder Amy Meyer has introduced further measures to serve the public while maximizing safety during the Covid-19 crisis.
Patient alleges injuries following visits to Glen Carbon dentist
EDWARDSVILLE - A dental patient is claiming she suffered permanent injjuries following a series of visits to her dentist.Penny Skuza filed a lawsuit April.
Auto repair shop accused of breach of contract, fraud over alleged failure to fix vehicles
EDWARDSVILLE - An auto repair shop accused of faling to carry out repairs on two vehicles faces claims of breach of contract and fraud.Three individuals.
St. Clair County Circuit Clerk operates with limited staff during Covid-19 pandemic; Court filings continue at same pace
St. Clair County Circuit Clerk Kahalah Clay said that despite the closures prompted by the spread of Covid-19, court filings are continuing at the same pace as before the shut down.
Suit alleges faulty heater caused fire
EDWARDSVILLE - A man claims he was injured in a fire caused by a faulty heater.
Law Library, Self-Help Center continue offering services remotely
While Madison County's courts remain mostly closed to the public, Chief Judge William Mudge and Circuit Clerk Mark von Nida remind citizens that the Law Library and Legal Self-Help Center are still available remotely.
Former Macy's employee sues over alleged race, age discrimination
BENTON - A former Macy's employee is accusing the retailer of discrimination following the termination of her employment.
Plummer and other GOP senators want answers from Pritzker on using pandemic for releasing violent offenders; Crowe also opposed
A former Edwardsville High School athlete and footballer, convicted of the first degree murder of his baby child, is free from prison after his 40-year-sentence was commuted by Gov. JB Pritizker, apparently due to COVID-19 crisis.
No credit to father for non-court ordered child support payments, Fifth District affirms
A father can receive no credit for voluntarily increasing child support payments, must pay post-secondary education costs and maintenance and is liable for the mother's attorney fees of more than $11,000, an appeals court has ruled.
Alton hospitals, care centers accused of wrongful death
EDWARDSVILLE - Several Alton hospitals and care centers are accused of wrongful death after a patient allegedly died from sepsis and a bowel abscess.
Woman who set fire to home, barn sues hospital for discharging her, alleging mental health issues
EDWARDSVILLE - A woman who set fire to her home is suing Anderson Hospital for allegedly failing to recognize that she had mental health issues and discharging her.
Suit alleges faulty lawnmower mechanics caused injuries
EDWARDSVILLE - A man suffered serious injuries after being catapulted off a lawnmower he claims was the fault of negligence of the retailer and manufacturer.
Child allegedly injured by 'exploding' basketball at Edwardsville restaurant
EDWARDSVILLE - An exploding basketball given to a child by a restaurant chain has prompted a lawsuit claiming negligence by the franchisee and the company's corporate headquarters.