News from January 2007
A law that inspires victims
Politics is often a tale of unintended consequences.
Party Bus
Curiously, the St. Clair County Bar Association's annual "Judicial Night" is not going to be held in-county this year.
Madison County judges severing multi-plaintiff Vioxx claims
Stack With hundreds of Vioxx product liability cases to sift through, some Madison County judges seem willing to -- as one defense lawyer put it, "halt the gerrymandering of joinder."
Lakin suit to stay in St. Clair County
Thomas Lakin A civil sexual assault lawsuit against Thomas Lakin will remain in St. Clair County, ruled Associate Judge James Radcliffe III on Thursday afternoon.
Wexstten named to appellate court vacancy
Wexstten Second Judicial Circuit Judge James M. Wexstten will fill the vacancy created by the untimely death of Justice Terrence J. Hopkins, the Illinois Supreme Court announced today.
Med mal committee formed in Madison County
Madison County Chief Judge Ann Callis announced the creation of a Medical–Legal committee, to address malpractice issues specific to Madison County.
AmerenIP sued in auto accident
The mother of a girl seriously injured when the car she was a passenger in struck a utility pole filed a four-count suit against AmerenIP claiming the utility, not the driver of the car, was negligent.
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Countrywide Home Loans adds experts to local mortgage team
Countrywide Home Loans, Inc., a member of the Countrywide family, continues its mission to grow its nationwide team of home loan experts who are dedicated to helping home buyers and owners with their home financing needs.
'Anticipatory damage' theory kills Darr's car rental class action
Madison County Circuit Judge Daniel Stack opened a door to ridicule of attorney Lanny Darr's class action claim against Affirmative Insurance, and defense attorney Robert Shultz jumped right through it.
Homeowners await ruling on condemnation for Wal-Mart
After a four day trial over condemnation of Collinsville properties for a shopping center with a Wal-Mart store, Madison County Associate Judge Ralph Mendelsohn faces his biggest decision ever.
Man claims serious injuries from grinding wheel explosion
A Highland man who suffered extensive injuries to his leg from a grinding wheel filed suit against United Abrasives in Madison County Circuit Court Jan. 5, claiming the New York company sold him a defective product.
Argosy gambler slips and sues
Argosy A gambler who injured herself at the Argosy Casino in Alton filed a personal injury suit in Madison County Circuit Court Jan. 9, claiming the casino was negligent and careless.
Motorcyclist claims poorly maintained road caused crash
A motorcyclist who claims he lost control of his bike due to loose gravel on the road filed a personal injury suit against Madison County claiming it failed to maintain the road in a reasonably safe condition.
Dram shop suit filed against PJ's in Highland
Ray and Dorothy Higgins filed a dram shop suit against PJ's Lounge claiming the Highland tavern sold alcoholic beverages to a man who became intoxicated and later crashed into Ray Higgins.
Lakin's attorney changes mind on transferring case to Madison County
An attorney who asked that a civil sexual assault lawsuit against his client be moved out of St. Clair County and into Madison County because it was more convenient for witnesses, has changed his mind.
Professional singer claims dental malpractice damaged career
A Belleville singer who has toured throughout the U.S. and Europe has filed a malpractice suit against three dentists claiming their negligent treatment prohibits him from changing notes with the speed and acuity required of a professional singer.
Train engineer claims seat lacked proper padding
CSX Transportation locomotive engineer Homer A. Lowrance filed a Federal Employers' Liability Act (FELA) suit against his employer claiming back and hip pain, as well as a partial amputation of his finger.