The Madison County Record News
Plaintiffs’ economist in Jimmy John’s no-poaching class action spoiled his own research, judge rules
EAST ST. LOUIS – Economist Hal Singer spoiled his research in a potential class action for Jimmy John’s restaurant employees by mixing hourly and daily wages, Chief U.S. District Judge Nancy Rosenstengel ruled on Feb. 16.
Feb. 22: U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois docket for "555 prison condition" cases
The following cases categorized as "555 prison condition" were on the docket in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois on Feb. 22. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Feb. 22: U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois docket for "motor vehicle" cases
The following cases categorized as "motor vehicle" were on the docket in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois on Feb. 22. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Suit alleges defective gas line pipe caused Moro house fire
EAST ST. LOUIS — A Moro couple is suing a gas line pipe manufacturer, claiming defective piping caused a fire to destroy their home.
Feb. 22: U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois docket for "insurance" cases
The following cases categorized as "insurance" were on the docket in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois on Feb. 22. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois: Actions Taken on Feb. 22
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activity on Feb. 22 in the suits below:
Feb. 22: U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois docket for "410 anti-trust" cases
The following cases categorized as "410 anti-trust" were on the docket in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois on Feb. 22. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
REPRESENTATIVE RODNEY L. DAVIS (IL-13): Davis Statement on H.R. 1: The Largest Expansion of the Federal Government's Role in Our Elections
Committee on House Administration Ranking Member Rodney Davis (R-Ill.) delivered this opening statement at hearing on elections.
ILLINOIS ATTORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Kwame Raoul Commemorates Black History Month
Attorney General Kwame Raoul commemorated Black History Month by leading a panel discussion with Black attorneys general from around the country.
Business owner confronted by Wood River mayor's husband over opponent's political sign won't pursue charges
Charges against the husband Wood River Mayor Cheryl Maguire will not be pursued by a local business owner who says he confronted her for having an opponent's political sign on the premises.
Woman says punitive damages are appropriate in suit alleging Wood River car dealership concealed defects
A woman who claims a Wood River dealership concealed vehicle defects argues that punitive damages are appropriate and for a jury to decide.
Suit alleges logistics company fired employee over Workers' Compensation claim
EDWARDSVILLE — A former logistics company employee claims he was fired in retaliation for filing a Workers' Compensation claim.
Staunton pub sued after drunk driver allegedly caused crash
EDWARDSVILLE — A Staunton Pub that allegedly served a drunk driver and the woman who rented him a vehicle are accused of negligence.
Suit alleges insurance carrier failed to indemnify policy holder
EDWARDSVILLE — A Collinsville-based finance company facing class actions for allegedly repossessing debtors' vehicles, alleges its insurance carrier has failed to provide indemnification per the insurance policy.
REPRESENTANTIVE MIKE BOST: Bost Introduces Bill to Protect Veterans’ Second Amendment Rights
U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12), the Ranking Member on the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee introduced the Veterans 2nd Amendment Protection Act.
ILLINOIS ATTORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Raoul Hosts Information Session to Overcome Covid-19 Vaccine Hesitancy
Attorney General Kwame Raoul joined Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike and representatives from Pfizer to address issues and questions contributing to vaccine hesitancy, particularly in Black and minority communities. Attorney General Raoul hosted “The COVID-19 Vaccine and You: Overcoming Vaccine Hesitancy,” a free Black History Month webinar to overcome vaccine hesitancy in Black and minority communities.
ILLINOIS SUPREME COURT: Attorneys and Legal Services Providers to Receive Expanded Remote Access to Court Documents March 1
The Illinois Supreme Court announced the expansion of the Remote Access Policy (RAP) for Illinois licensed attorneys and legal services providers in User Group 5.
Case activity for Barbara Piper vs Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC on Feb. 26
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by Barbara Piper against Chevron U. S. A., Inc. , Syngenta AG and Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC on Feb. 26.
Case activity for Mark Ramos vs Casey's General Stores, Inc. on Feb. 26
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by Mark Ramos against Casey's General Stores, Inc. and Ebony Sunkins on Feb. 26.
Case activity for Wiliam Bulington vs Commissioner of Social Security on Feb. 26
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by Wiliam Bulington against Commissioner of Social Security on Feb. 26.