News from April 2009
N.J. judge withholds $14 million Sprint settlement over weak response
NEWARK, New Jersey – Brad Lakin complained in federal court months ago that former teammate Paul Weiss and telephone company Sprint cooked up a class action notice that hardly anybody would notice, and facts have borne out Lakin's prophecy.
Tillery's appeal of Price over statute of limitations is just beginning
Tillery MOUNT VERNON – Three months after Madison County Circuit Judge Dennis Ruth signed the third order in four years dismissing Stephen Tillery's $10 billion class action against cigarette maker Philip Morris, Tillery's appeal of the order has barely begun.
Judy Kent named Deputy Clerk of the Year
Judy Kent Judy Kent has been named first recipient of the St. Clair County Deputy Circuit Clerk of the Year award.
Wal-Mart sued by customer claiming injuries in slip on water
A St. Clair County woman has filed suit against Wal-Mart and one of its managers, alleging she fell on water that had leaked from a cooler.
U.S. Attorney General urged to investigate fraud in asbestos litigation
Holder WASHINGTON - The U.S. Justice Department should investigate evidence suggesting there is widespread fraud by trial lawyers litigating asbestos-related cases, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce says.
Construction company sued by worker claiming wrongful termination
A Lenzburg man says he was wrongly fired from a construction company in retaliation for his filing of workers' compensation.
Rear-end collision on Route 158 is subject of suit
A Belleville man has filed suit against a Caseyville company and one of its employees, alleging he suffered severe pain after the employee rear-ended him.
Documents still not turned over in Fairview Heights online travel suits
Mitchell In spite of the mayor's approval, the attorney for Fairview Heights has not turned over settlement agreements and other documents related to the city's suits against online travel companies.
Delaware, California new prime targets for asbestos plaintiffs
McCambridge During a recent interview with a reporter, Lester Brickman recalled an old television western from days gone by called "Have Gun-Will Travel."
Jurors find for surgeon in Madison County med mal trial
Crowder Despite disappointment in losing his wrongful death suit against a Highland surgeon, plaintiff Russell Darbon of Edwardsville says he and his family have gained something from the case: closure.
Man claims garbage truck rear-ended him
Jerome Tucker claims his neck, upper back and shoulders were injured after a garbage truck rear-ended him.
Collinsville accident is subject of suit
Jeffrey D. Sizemore has filed suit against LeAnn M. Nance, alleging he was thrown about in his car after she collided with him.
FELA claimant files legal malpractice claim against Alton firm
A Jacksonville man says he lost his chance to earn more than $500,000 after a lawyer failed to timely file a complaint for injuries the man claims he sustained while working for a railroad.
16 asbestos claims filed April 6-10 in Madison County
Browder A total of 16 new asbestos suits were filed in Madison County Circuit Court during the week of April 6 through April 10.
15 new asbestos claims filed April 13-17
Gori A total of 15 new asbestos suits were filed in Madison County Circuit Court during the week of April 13 through April 17.
Jury begins deliberations in wrongful death trial against surgeon
The experts have had their say and now it's time for the jury to have its as a 2004 wrongful death suit against a surgeon at St. Joseph's Hospital in Highland ends.
Gas sprayed in woman's eyes, says suit against Shell
A woman has filed suit against a gas station and its owners, alleging she was seriously injured after a malfunctioning hose sprayed gas into her eyes.
97 plaintiffs take aim at Digitek in St. Clair County
Actavis and Mylan Pharmaceuticals are being sued by 97 people in St. Clair County Circuit Court who claim they took a prescription drug for their heart problems that contained twice the approved level of its active ingredient.
Insurer suing its own over DUI damages paid
An insurance company is suing one of its insurees, alleging it had to pay more than $200,000 to a man after its insuree caused a collision while driving under the influence.
Patient taking Fentanyl and Vicodin dies; doctors sued
Two Belleville doctors are being sued over the death of a man who was prescribed Fentanyl and Vicodin at the same time.