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Congressional action may nip obesity suits in the bud
Senator Harry Reid Persons who are considering suing the food industry for allegedly contributing to their obesity may be running out of time. -
Asbestos trust fund hopes rise post-election
Congressman John Shimkus Business groups are expressing cautious optimism about the chance to eliminate asbestos lawsuits, which have been a huge source of revenue for some Madison County trial lawyers and others around the country. -
After the storm
Matoesian Don't cry for him... Post-Election pandering... Plots... Attempts.. & the Tort Reform Tide. -
We have a plan!
Madigan Truth or Dare?.. Speaking of... Machine Muscle... No Plan, No Love...For Humanity -
Poll: Karmeier 43 Maag 40
Lloyd Karmeier As election day nears, Illinois Supreme Court Justice candidate Lloyd Karmeier is holding a slight edge over rival Gordon Maag, according to a poll by Alexandria, Virginia-based Public Opinion Strategies. -
This week in History- Oct 4 through Oct. 10
10/5/94-- The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee approved the nomination of Third Circuit Court Judge Paul E. Riley for a spot on the federal bench. The Edwardsville native had served in Madison County as judge since 1985, including a term as chief judge from 1991-93. -
Madison County campaign donations soar in 2004
John Simmons Trial lawyers drive 270% local increase in donations to federal candidates.