State of Illinois
Recent News About State of Illinois
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Robert Anderson appointed president of Illinois Judges Association; Plans to strengthen LAP to help those struggling with substance abuse
As new president of the Illinois Judges Associations, or IJA, DuPage County Circuit Judge Robert J. Anderson aims to strengthen the state’s Lawyers Assistance Program without resorting to universal drug testing for Illinois judges. -
‘Finest Nutrition’ class action removed to federal court by Walgreens; Retailer faces at least 22 similar suits
Walgreen Co. has removed to federal court a class action alleging it sold Walgreen-brand dietary supplements that don’t contain the materials they should, and instead contain materials that should not be in the supplements. -
Without court reporters, court business will grind to a halt
(Editor's note: The Illinois Senate on March 26 approved a budget fix that addressed a shortfall in funding for court reporters). -
Illinois needs lawsuit reforms
AkinThe state of the State of Illinois is bleak. The combination of high taxes, over regulation and lawsuit abuse have created an exodus of jobs and opportunities from the Land of Lincoln to other states with a more friendly business climate. Governor Bruce Rauner wants to change course and make Illinois a destination for jobs and opportunities. The Governor rightly made lawsuit a priority in his State -
Supreme Court urges legislature to reexamine tax on nursing home beds; Says just because a tax is permissible doesn’t mean its wise
Although it ruled in the state’s favor in a case challenging a tax imposed on nursing homes, the Illinois Supreme Court on Friday asked the legislature it take another look at the so-called “bed tax” and decide whether it’s really necessary to charge certain operators, like those that don’t participate in the Medicaid system or government-funded programs. -
Madison County Courthouse Jackpot Justice Powerball – for nonresidents only
In an effort to raise revenue without voter approval, the State of Illinois, in its wisdom and benevolence, offers multifarious games of chance: Powerball, Mega Millions, Lotto, Pick 3 and 4, Hit or Miss, and several Instant Games. -
Madison County real estate May 28-June 4
May 28, 2014 -
Supreme Court agrees to hear arguments in 11 cases, including one from Fifth District
The Illinois Supreme Court will soon hear arguments in a personal injury suit from the Fifth District that stems from an elderly woman’s fall over a public sidewalk known to be in a dangerous condition. -
Madison County real estate Dec. 17-26
December 17, 2013 -
St. Clair County real estate Dec. 13-19
December 13, 2013