News from April 2006
New Lawsuits: Tuesday, April 25
Fresh from the courthouse:
Wednesday, May 3
1 p.m.
Monday, May 1
9 a.m.
Railroader claims he was 'sub-servant' of defendants in FELA suit
A former Pacific Rail Service operating engineer has filed a Federal Employer's Liability Act lawsuit against CSX Transportation and CSX Intermodal for hand and thumb injuries.
Women claim employer paid men more
Six area women have filed wage discrimination lawsuits against LPG Ambulance Services of Illinois and Mission Care of Illinois in St. Clair County Circuit Court.
ESL worker files wrongful termination suit
City of East St. Louis worker Willie Reese filed a wrongful termination lawsuit against her former employer alleging the city violated its own ordinance.
Midwest Burrito Factory
Conveniently located at 1031 Century Drive in Edwardsville's University Pointe II. Dine in or carry-out. 659-0048
New Lawsuits: Monday, April 24
Fresh from the courthouse:
Holiday Inn sued after manager bites customer
Danny Glasgow of Montrose, Iowa claims a hotel manager bit his right index finger after he demanded a refund and an apology for being told to shut up.
THE ACROPOLIS GREEK CAFE & IMPORT EMPORIUM
The Acropolis Greek Cafe & Import Emporium
200 W. Main
Belleville
618-234-5883
Dine-In*Carry-Out*Downtown Delivery
Appellate court rules Alton Belle workers are 'seamen' in Kardis reversal
Alton Belle The Illinois Appellate Court reversed two defense summary judgment orders entered by former Madison County Circuit Judge Phillip Kardis and remanded the cases back to Madison County for further proceedings.
Gender discrimination alleged in suit against Hardee's
A woman claiming gender discrimination filed suit against her former fast food employer in Madison County Circuit Court April 21.
Peoria laborer sues Pabst in Madison County for asbestos
A former laborer at the Pabst Brewing Company in Peoria alleges asbestos exposure caused her lung cancer in a 10-count asbestos lawsuit filed against 74 defendants in Madison County Circuit Court.
April 24-28
Abbott Labs
Medicare Part D education/enrollment events
The following is a list of upcoming Medicare Care Part D education/enrollment events in being held in St. Clair, Clinton, Monroe and Bond counties.
New Lawsuits: Friday, April 21
Fresh from the courthouse:
Matoesian raises auto prices
One year ago, a Madison County jury slapped Ford with a $43 million verdict because its 1993 Lincoln Town Car "negligently" couldn't withstand a direct hit, rear-end collision at 60 miles-per-hour.
Friday, April 28
8:30 a.m.
Klingel House Tea Room & Restaurant
Located at 1801 N. Main in Edwardsville, The Klingel House is both a landmark and a legend. Homemade soups and house specials make The Klingel House a favorite for locals and visitors. Light fare and housemade desserts are served up with tidbits of Klingel history by the friendliest staff in town! Open 11:00am - 2:30pm Monday thru Saturday. 655-0650