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Minor pedestrian allegedly struck by motorist at East Alton crosswalk
EDWARDSVILLE — A driver allegedly struck a minor who was crossing at a pedestrian crosswalk in East Alton, causing him to suffer injuries.
HarrisMartin's Midwest Asbestos Conference focuses on changes to asbestos litigation in response to pandemic
A common theme at HarrisMartin’s Midwest Asbestos Conference on Tuesday was how the COVID-19 pandemic has altered asbestos litigation and guidelines for maintaining decorum while navigating working remotely.
Does IL workers' comp trump biometric privacy law? IL Supreme Court considers, with 'financial fate of IL employers at stake'
Employers argue "injuries" suffered by workers whose privacy rights may have been violated in the workplace should be sent to Illinois' workers' comp system. Plaintiffs say the cases belong in court, with potentially billions of dollars on the line.
Madison County public defender: Man accused of murdering Gori rejects plea deal
EDWARDSVILLE – Timothy Banowetz turned down an offer to plead guilty of murdering lawyer Randy Gori, his lawyer Mary Copeland told Madison County circuit judge Kyle Napp on Sept. 22.
Illinois payrolls stagnant, unemployment rate 35% higher than U.S. average
Illinois’ non-farm payrolls only added 2,500 jobs from mid-July to mid-August. Unemployment was steadily high as the rest of the nation recovered.
Madison County Board agrees to terminate lease with Historical Museum
Madison County Board members approved a resolution seeking to dissolve the county’s 97-year relationship with the Madison County Historical Museum and Archival Library in a mutual agreement.
Man sues Walgreens for denying employment over Consumer Report, failing to provide report
EAST ST. LOUIS — A man claims Walgreens violated the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FRCA) by denying him a job based on his Consumer Report without providing him with a copy of the report or a summary of his FRCA rights.
You want my fingerprint? Here’s a finger!
Last year, some in state Facebook users invoked the Illinois biometrics privacy law and sued FB, claiming it violated their privacy rights by not obtaining permission from them in advance for its photo tagging system.
Illinois lawmakers ask if school mask mandate discipline went too far
The Illinois State Board of Education might have overstepped its authority by yanking recognition of schools that defied a statewide mask mandate. State lawmakers have asked the board to clarify those rules.
Napp grants in part motions to introduce Banowetz's internet search history in Gori murder trial
Madison County Circuit Judge Kyle Napp ruled on several motions to introduce internet search history evidence at suspect Timothy Banowetz’s trial for allegedly killing asbestos attorney Randy Gori.
St. Clair County real estate Jun. 1-4
A Mascoutah farm property sold for $1,165,500 as part of the St. Clair County real estate transactions Jun. 1-4.
Incumbent Treasurer Slusser to face primary challenge from adversary Hulme
Former Madison County administrator Doug Hulme said he will challenge incumbent Treasurer Chris Slusser in next year's Republcan primary election.
Madison County real estate Aug. 9-13
A Granite City industrial property sold for $6,763,743 as part of the Madison County real estate transactions Aug. 9-13.
Madison County civil docket Sep. 27-Oct. 1
Madison County judges Ruth and Threlkeld have law cases scheduled on the civil docket Sep. 27-Oct. 1.
Motorist alleges injuries in Pontoon Beach collision
EDWARDSVILLE — A tractor trailer driver and his employer are facing a negligence claim following a collision in Pontoon Beach.
Zantac suit remanded to Madison County ‘due to time sensitive nature’ of plaintiffs’ medical conditions
EAST ST. LOUIS – Makers and sellers of Zantac antacid products who asserted federal jurisdiction in a cancer suit must defend it in Madison County circuit court, U.S. District Judge Stephen McGlynn ruled on Sept. 15.
Norfolk Southern Railway worker sues over locomotive collision
EDWARDSVILLE — A Norfolk Southern Railway worker claims improper employee training and safety measures led to a locomotive collision, resulting in injuries.
Defendant in railroad worker’s fatal tick bite suit seeks transfer out of St. Clair Co.
BELLEVILLE – Evansville Western Railway challenges St. Clair County jurisdiction over a suit from a former employee’s widow about a fatal tick bite near Okawville.
Patient alleges ureter obstruction after surgery at Gateway Regional
EDWARDSVILLE — A Gateway Regional Medical Center surgeon is accused of negligently suturing a patient's ureter during surgery.
Barge company sued over damage to Melvin Price Locks and Dam
EAST ST. LOUIS — The U.S. Government is suing a barge company whose vessel and barges caused damage to a wall and gate at the Melvin Price Locks and Dam near Alton.