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Recent News About U.S. Federal Court
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Motions to dismiss denied in aerial device case where electrical worker lost arm
Three motions to dismiss liability and negligence in a case involving a man who lost his arm using an aerial device in an electrical construction project have been rejected by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois. -
CarX auto repair shop chain failed to pay overtime wages, class action suit alleges
EAST ST. LOUIS — An automotive technician has filed a class action lawsuit against Brex Inc. d//b/a CarX, John Keeley and Kevin Floyd, repair shop operators, citing alleged violation of workers compensation acts for refusing to pay overtime. -
Woman alleges wrongful termination for seeking work comp beenfits
EAST. ST. LOUIS — An employee is suing an automobile manufacturer for allegedly terminating her after she sought workers' compensation benefits. -
Man sues City of Grayville after he was allegedly shot by police sergeant
EAST ST. LOUIS — A man is suing the City of Grayville, the city's police chief and a sergeant for allegedly using excessive force and intimidation during arrest. -
Therapist sues over alleged racial discrimination
EAST ST. LOUIS — A readjustment therapist is suing his supervisor and the acting secretary of Veterans Affairs after he was allegedly subjected to racial discrimination. -
Arizona Joe's sued for alleged copyright infringement
EAST ST. LOUIS — Several companies are suing Arizona Joe's for allegedly allowing copyrighted material to be performed without authorization. -
Twin brothers sue employer for alleged racial discrimination
EAST ST. LOUIS — Twin brothers are suing Travel Centers of America for allegedly subjecting them to racial discrimination. -
Technician files class action suit against auto repair shop alleging unpaid wages
EAST ST. LOUIS — A technician has filed a class-action lawsuit against an automotive repair shop for allegedly failing to compensate them for overtime work. -
Towne Lounge sued for alleged copyright infringement
EAST ST. LOUIS — Several copyright owners are suing Towne Lounge for allegedly allowing their musical compositions to be performed without authorization. -
Equifax, TransUnion, Experian and First Progress Card accused of misleading credit reporting
EAST ST. LOUIS — A New Baden woman is suing Equifax Information Services LLC, TransUnion LLC, Experian Information Solutions Inc. and First Progress Card, citing alleged inaccurate and misleading reporting of credit. -
Motomart sued for alleged discrimination
EAST ST. LOUIS — A St. Louis disabled man and a civil rights organization have filed a class action lawsuit against FKG Oil Company d/b/a MotoMart, citing alleged discrimination for lack of accommodations for patrons with disabilities. -
Man sues oil company for alleged wrongful termination
EAST ST. LOUIS — A former employee is suing oil company Franklin Well Services Inc. claiming he was retaliated against for having filed workers' compensation claims. -
Missouri man accuses trucking company and driver of negligence after being run off road
EAST ST. LOUIS — A Missouri driver is suing Taylor and Hall Transport LLC and its employee, Ricky Urhahn, citing alleged insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries after he claims a tractor-trailer ran him off the road. -
Debt collector made unlawful collection attempts, Centreville man says
EAST ST. LOUIS — A Centreville man is suing Specified Credit Association 1 Inc., a debt collector, citing alleged false, deceptive or misleading representation -
Alton woman says debt collector made unlawful robo-calls
EAST ST. LOUIS — An Alton consumer is suing Receivable Solutions Inc., a debt collector, claiming unfair or deceptive business practices for repeated robo-calls in attempts to collect an alleged debt. -
Employee says railroad company liable for injuries suffered in tractor collision
EAST ST. LOUIS — An employee is suing Illinois Central Railroad Company, citing alleged insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries after a workplace vehicle collision. -
Edwardsville Holiday Inn accused of failing to provide handicapped accessible room
A disabled hotel patron is suing R.L.P. Development Company Inc. and Blue Hospitality LLC d/b/a Holiday Inn Express and Suites, citing alleged failure to comply with Americans with Disabilities Act regulations. -
Transgender woman alleges discrimination from Fairview Heights employer
EAST ST. LOUIS — A transgender woman is suing her former employer for allegedly discriminating against her when she decided to transition from a man to a woman. -
Transgender woman accuses Greenville prison staff of discrimination
EAST ST. LOUIS — A transgender inmate at the Greenville prison is suing a prison doctor, counselor, case manager and other prison personnel, citing alleged transgender discrimination and intentional infliction of emotional distress. -
Waste transport facility claims auto parts maker incorrectly labeled hazardous liquid
EAST ST. LOUIS — A waste transport facility is suing an automotive parts maker for allegedly mislabeling a corrosive material that threatened a storm drain.