News from 2006
U.S. Supreme Court decision supports Madison County class action dismissal
Troy Bozarth Justices of the United States Supreme Court have hastened the end of a proposed class action suit in Madison County.
Lakin attorney still pleading for definition of 'until'
Paul Marks Lakin Law Firm attorney Paul Marks has asked Madison County Circuit Judge Nicholas Byron to reconsider an order throwing out a proposed class action suit.
Opposing lawyers seek sanctions in Yount v. Shashek
The case of Keith Yount vs. Lisa Shashek keeps getting uglier, with each side calling on Madison County Circuit Judge Daniel Stack to impose sanctions on the other.
Stack to reconsider Hartford vapor case
Circuit Judge Dan Stack Madison County Circuit Judge Daniel Stack will reconsider an order he signed last year against former owners of the Premcor refinery in a proposed class action suit.
Appellate court upholds decision of St. Clair County jury in favor of Allstate
A 2004 jury verdict in favor of Allstate Insurance was affirmed by the Illinois Appellate Court's Fifth District in Mt. Vernon on a 2-1 vote.
New Lawsuits: Thursday, June1
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Mortgage suits in jeopardy over Alton attorney's dual role
Alton attorney Emert Wyss, famous from coast to coast for accidentally suing himself, has boomeranged again.
Walnut Hill Cemetery Chapel Renovations in Belleville
Mark Eckert (Mayor of the City of Belleville), Jeff Dawe (Superintendent of Walnut Hill Cemetery), and other city officials celebrate the re-dedication of the Walnut Hill Cemetery Chapel after newly completed renovations.
Apartment floor gives way, woman sues for leg injury
A Collinsville woman who fell through her apartment floor filed a personal injury suit in Madison County Circuit Court May 30, seeking damages in excess of $100,000.
Treasurer candidates spar over document request
Even though the general election is more than five months away, the gloves are off in the race for Madison County treasurer.
Alton physician named in med mal case
An Alton Memorial Hospital emergency room physician was named in a medical malpractice case filed in Madison County Circuit Court May 26.
Menard prisoner claims discrimination in suit
A Menard Penitentiary inmate, serving 40 years for armed robbery, filed a civil rights complaint against officers at the maximum security prison in Chester claiming he was discriminated against because of his race.
Laundry bags responsible for woman's injuries, suit claims
Delta Queen A woman injured while climbing over laundry bags filed a Jones Act suit against Delta Queen Steamboat Company in U.S. District Court May 25, claiming her employer failed to provide her with a safe place to work.
Herndon sentences crack dealer to 25 years
Christopher Taylor, 39, of Alton was sentenced to 25 years in prison, a $500 fine and was placed on a five year supervised release by U.S. District Judge David Herndon.
New Lawsuits: Tuesday, May 30
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Peel asks for separate criminal trials
Gary Peel Awaiting a June 12 trial on bankruptcy fraud, obstruction of justice and child pornography charges, attorney Gary Peel is asking for separate trials so that his right to a fair trial is not unduly prejudiced.
Cyclist files suit for injuries on Madison County bike trail
A cyclist involved in a mishap on a Madison County bike trail filed a personal injury suit against the Kilian Corporation, Asphalt Sales and Products and United Fire and Casualty Insurance in Madison County Circuit Court May 18.
New Lawsuits: Friday, May 26
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