Michael Abella News
Sentry Roofing alleges defective boom lift injured employees
BELLEVILLE – A commercial roofing company alleges its employees were injured when equipment they were using failed.
Motorist claims semi driver's negligence caused injuries in Clinton County crash
BELLEVILLE – A motorist claims he was injured after colliding with a semitruck in Clinton County.
Motorcyclist seeks damages after accident in Fairview Heights
BELLEVILLE – A motorcyclist alleges a distracted driver rear-ended him, cauing at least $50,000 in damages.
Driver alleges injuries after accident at intersection in Caseyville
BELLEVILLE – A driver has filed suit against a Belleville man after an accident in Caseyville.
Man alleges father died following medical procedures
BELLEVILLE — A man claims his father died as a result of medical negligence, alleging insufficient measures were taken to prevent Asystole.
Pedestrian seeks damages from Collinsville motorist, insurer after collision
EDWARDSVILLE — A pedestrian is suing a Collinsville motorist and her insurer, alleging negligence and insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.
Grandmother sues home owners after tripping while trick or treating
BELLEVILLE — A grandmother is suing Smithon residents Michael Mattingly and Kimberly Mattingly, alleging negligence in connection with Halloween injuries.
Mother sues following Alton collision
EDWARDSVILLE — A mother is suing motorist Alec Schultz, alleging negligence and insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.
Two passengers blame driver for crash injuries
BELLEVILLE — Two Missouri residents are suing Melvin Edwards, a vehicle owner and driver, alleging negligence and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Patient alleges doctors failed to diagnose breast cancer
EDWARDSVILLE — A married couple's lawsuit against Tommy Hill, M.D.; Terry Burk, M.D.; Maryville Radiology Group Ltd.; Southwestern Illinois Health Facilities Inc.; et al, alleges negligence in medical care.
Motorist sued following Interstate 55 collision
EDWARDSVILLE — A driver and two passengers are suing motorist DeAngelo Watson, alleging negligence in connection with a highway collision.
Alton Village Inn Pancake House blamed for alleged bench collapse
EDWARDSVILLE — A customer is suing CMD LLC, d/b/a Alton Village Inn Pancake House, alleging insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.
First Bank alleges unpaid loan
BELLEVILLE — A banking corporation is suing borrower CDC Development Co. and guarantor Donald J. Johnson, alleging breach of a promissory note and guaranty agreement.
Riverside Saloon accused of violating Dram Shop Act
EDWARDSVILLE — A patron is suing TRKYMIK Inc., d/b/a Riverside Saloon, and Anita J. Bowman, beer concessionaires, alleging unlawful sale of alcohol to an intoxicated person and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Two passengers blame driver for injuries from collision
EDWARDSVILLE — Two passengers are suing a driver they claim failed to take sufficient measures to prevent injuries.
Man sues Employbridge Southeast following fork truck incident
EDWARDSVILLE — A man is suing Employbridge Southeast LLC and Michael Sullivan, employer and driver, citing alleged insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.
Driver alleges she was injured in College Avenue crash
EDWARDSVILLE – A Bethalto woman alleges an Alton driver's negligence caused an accident.
SIUE professor accused of defamation; Suit seeks $33M in punitive damages
EDWARDSVILLE — Two authors/educators in the field of astronomy are suing astronomer Pamela Gay, a professor at Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville, alleging libel, defamation and intentional infliction of emotional distress.
Sellers allege buyers of Granite City, Madison properties defaulted on payments
EDWARDSVILLE – Two sellers allege the buyers of their Granite City property defaulted on their payments.
Former employee alleges sexual harassment at Kathy's Kars Inc.
EDWARDSVILLE – A woman alleges she resigned from her position at an East Alton business because of sexual harassment.