News from September 2008
Construction worker sues Keller for spinal injuries in scaffolding collapse
Gene Birdsell has filed suit against Keller Construction and Dayton Superior Corporation, claiming his spine was severely injured after he fell off a piece of scaffolding while working.
Ohio nurse contracts mesothelioma through second-hand exposure, suit claims
An Ohio woman recently diagnosed with mesothelioma filed an asbestos suit against 13 defendant corporations claiming the disease was wrongfully caused.
First- and second-hand exposure claimed in asbestos suit
A Missouri man and his wife have filed an asbestos suit against 124 defendant corporations, claiming the mesothelioma with which the man was diagnosed was wrongfully caused.
Women sue deceased priest, St. Kevin's and diocese over alleged abuse
Two Madison County women have filed suit against a deceased priest who formerly served at St. Kevin's Catholic Church, alleging the priest sexually abused them for seven years.
Passenger sues for injuries in parking lot accident
Drena Chaney has filed suit against Ashley Kochel and Tina Sneeringer-Crane, alleging she was injured in an accident.
State prosecutor says Lakin case is still ongoing
Special prosecutor Charles Coburn said the state is still investigating whether to bring criminal charges against Tom Lakin.
Lung cancer caused by asbestos exposure, suit claims
A Minnesota man recently diagnosed with lung cancer has filed an asbestos suit against 55 defendant corporations, claiming the disease was wrongfully caused.
Kentucky woman sues 96 claiming mesothelioma
A Kentucky woman and her husband have filed an asbestos suit against 96 defendant corporations, claiming the mesothelioma with which the woman was diagnosed was wrongfully caused.
Tool company claims it was defamed by competitor
A Swansea company has filed suit against an Orange, Conn. company, claiming it was defamed in a letter the Connecticut business sent to distributors across the nation.
Breach suit filed against STL Homes
An Illinois resident has filed a breach of contract complaint against a Missouri resident and corporation, alleging they failed to pay him back a $2,500 investment.
St. Clair County: Walgreen hit with another 'Wal-born' class action
A class action lawsuit filed in St. Clair County Sept. 2 alleges Walgreen engaged in unfair and deceptive practices designed to mislead the public in marketing its "Wal-born" products.
Apex and Sinclair remain on hook for Hartford pollution
Stack Apex Oil stopped refining petroleum in Hartford in 1988 and Sinclair Oil left the village in 1990, but Madison County Circuit Judge Daniel Stack has ruled that the statute of limitations does not relieve them of responsibility for pollution under the village.
Area lawyers named as 'Best in America'
Bean Several area attorneys have been selected to be included in "The Best Lawyers in America for 2009." They include:
Illinois Supreme Court to hear oral arguments in Mt. Vernon
From the Illinois Supreme Court
Kay calls on Hoffman to cut ties with Lakin firm
Kay Dwight Kay, who is running against state Rep. Jay Hoffman, is calling on the legislator to cut his ties with The Lakin Law Firm.
Rear end collision on I-55/70/64 subject of suit
Gary and Michael Melton have filed suit against Stanley Depee, alleging they received multiple injuries after the vehicle Depee was driving rear-ended theirs.
Tennessee man sues 54 asbestos defendants for deceased Alabaman
A Tennessee man has filed an asbestos suit on behalf of a recently deceased Alabama man against 54 defendant corporations, claiming the mesothelioma with which the Alabamian was diagnosed was wrongfully caused.
Collinsville crash subject of suit
Maria Miranda has filed suit on behalf of herself and her two children against Josh R. and Carol I. Klinger, alleging they were severely injured after a collision with the vehicle Josh was driving.
Trackman sues Norfolk Southern in Madison County
Larry D. Potter has filed suit against Norfolk Southern Railway Company, claiming he has suffered severe injuries as a result of his work for the company.
Utah man sues 124 defendants in Madison County suit
An Utah man and his wife have filed an asbestos suit against 124 defendant corporations, claiming the mesothelioma with which the man was diagnosed was wrongfully caused.