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Illinois Supreme Court rejects appeal challenging pretrial detention for man charged with firearm violations
The Illinois Supreme Court has declined to hear criminal defendant Demontez Spruill’s appeal challenging the Fifth District Appellate Court’s order denying pretrial release for weapons violations
Proposed statewide class action in Southern District court challenges constitutionality of tax deed foreclosures
EAST ST. LOUIS - Illinois counties violate the U.S. Constitution when they hold and sell liens on properties with overdue taxes, former homeowners and a business in East St. Louis alleged at district court on April 10.
BTI Consulting Ranks Sheppard Mullin a Leader in 2024 BTI Client Service A-Team Report
For the second consecutive year, Sheppard Mullin has been named by clients and top legal decision makers as one of the top 30 law firms for client service performance in BTI’s 2024 Client Service A-Team report.
Attorney General Raoul Files Lawsuit Against Sauget Facility Owner for Dangerous Chemical Storage Conditions
Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced his office filed a lawsuit against JET Enterprises & Holding Company LLC (JET) alleging the company’s improper storage of numerous hazardous chemicals, illegal open dumping of dangerous metal and chemical waste, and contamination of standing water pose a danger to the environment and to the health and welfare of local residents.
Prenzler petitions to include multi-gender restroom advisory question on November ballot
Madison County Chairman Kurt Prenzler is collecting signatures for a petition to put an advisory question of public policy on the November ballot for voters within Edwardsville School District 7 regarding the new gender neutral restrooms planned for Edwardsville High School and Lincoln Middle School.
Haine releases SAO 2023 annual report for insight on how 'tax dollars are put to work in the cause of justice'
Madison County State’s Attorney Tom Haine released his office’s annual report for 2023 on Tuesday, highlighting the State’s Attorney’s Office’s “stellar accomplishments” in upholding the law and advocating for justice.
Sheppard Mullin’s Entertainment Practice Earns Tier 1 Ranking
The firm's Entertainment, Technology and Advertising practice has been ranked Tier 1 in Media Law International’s MLI 2024, a guide to leading media law firms across 56 jurisdictions
Judge: Title IX plaintiffs can use IL law to retroactively demand 'emotional distress' damages
The Illinois law, known as the Civil Rights Remedies Restoration Act, was enacted this year specifically to restore the ability of certain plaintiffs to use "emotional distress" claims to boost their potential payouts under civil rights lawsuits, in defiance of a 2022 U.S. Supreme Court decision to limit the ability to do so
Jay Keeven slated to run on Republican ticket for House District 112 against Democrat Katie Stuart
Troy City Administrator and former Edwardsville Police Chief Jay Keevan announced today that he is running on the Republican ticket for Illinois’ 112th House District against Democrat incumbent Katie Stuart.
Epic Games seeks sanctions over 'frivolous' Fortnite addiction suit filed days after gaming account was created
EAST ST. LOUIS - Marion County parent Cynthia Jiminez sued Epic Games for addicting her child to video game Fortnite three days after the child created an account, Epic Games claims at U.S. district court.
Report Finds Fundamental Changes Needed to Scale Electric Vehicles in US
Outdated and insufficient infrastructure, alongside environmental regulatory programs, risk undermining the continued expansion of electric vehicles and EV battery manufacturing in the U.S., according to a new industry report.
IL lawmakers advance law to limit 'annihilative' payouts faced by business under biometrics law
The Illinois State Senate approved SB2979, which would explicitly limit the amount of money trial lawyers and plaintiffs can demand businesses pay under the Biometric Information Privacy Act. The law has spawned thousands of lawsuits generating hundreds of millions of dollars in legal fees
Attorney General Raoul Charges Owner of Suburban Cook County Fencing Company With Home Repair Fraud, Theft
Attorney General Kwame Raoul today announced his office is charging the owner and president of an Evergreen Park, Illinois fencing company for allegedly scamming Cook County residents out of more than $20,000 for work he never completed.
Progressive Universal Insurance sues Tori Lonsdale, Cara Lonsdale, Pamela Green, and Chemical Concepts for lack of insurance coverage
Progressive Universal Insurance Co. has filed an appeal against the interlocutory order granted to defendant Pamela Green, Tori Lonsdale, Cara Lonsdale, and Chemical Concepts Inc., by the Circuit Court of Madison County, Illinois (Case No. 23-MR-167) on November 3, 2023.
Juan Reyes sues Randy Brinegar for denial of motion for subpoenas and reconsideration
Juan Reyes has filed an appeal against Randy Brinegar in the Appellate Court of Illinois, Fifth District.
KCIC: Madison, St. Clair Counties were top asbestos jurisdiction in 2023; Cook County saw greatest increase
Madison and St. Clair Counties again saw the most asbestos case filings for 2023 nationwide, and Cook County saw the highest increase in filings according to a report by KCIC, a Washington D.C.-based technology and management consulting company.
Norfolk Southern settles Ohio train derailment case for $600 million, pursues third party complaint
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - Following a $600 million settlement, Norfolk Southern switched positions from defendant in an explosion suit to plaintiff seeking contribution from three sources.
Objection: Dental patient allegedly 'judge shopped' after dismissing claim on eve of trial, refiling and seeking new judge
An Alton dentist and dental practice argue that Illinois Supreme Court precedent prohibits a former patient from “judge shopping” by voluntarily dismissing her complaint prior to trial, refiling it and then seeking a new judge.
Video game makers oppose MDL for suits alleging exploitation of minors
EAST ST. LOUIS - National consolidation of six video game addiction suits in three states makes no sense and probably won’t happen, argued defendants in the only suit at Southern Illinois District Court.
Attorney General Raoul’s Office Collects More Than $1 Billion in State Revenue in 2023
Attorney General Kwame Raoul presented the proposed budget for the Attorney General’s office for the next fiscal year to lawmakers in Springfield.