News from April 2009
Justices: Causation is asbestos plaintiffs' burden
SPRINGFIELD – Businesses on trial for asbestos exposure can defend themselves, the Illinois Supreme Court decided on Thursday, April 16.
Madison County e-filing system growing after launch
A trial electronic filing (e-filing) program that has been under way in Madison County for about two weeks now, is being used with increased frequency, according to deputy circuit clerk Judy Nelson.
Illinois Supreme Court strikes long-time asbestos evidence ruling
Freeman SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Supreme Court has delivered a blow to a long-standing asbestos evidence rule that had been a defendant's bane.
Radiologist Harron is quiet on X-ray results
Harron WHEELING, W.V. – Radiologist Ray Harron of Bridgeport refuses to testify about X-rays he read twice with different results, according to railroad company CSX Transportation.
Judge in national asbestos court dismisses suits
Robreno PHILADELPHIA – U.S. District Judge Eduardo Robreno meant it when he said he would start getting rid of suits in his national asbestos court.
Illinois Supreme Court reverses Lipke rule
In a 5-1 decision, the Illinois Supreme Court has handed asbestos defendants a victory by reversing Nolan v. Weil-McLain.
Jury reform bill goes to House Rules Committee
Mathias SPRINGFIELD – A House bill to raise the amount of money jurors are paid -- and to protect workers serving on juries -- has gone to the House Rules Committee.
Venue change bill sent back to Senate committee
Dillard A bill that would halt "venue shopping" throughout the state has been returned to the Senate Assignments committee.
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Food worker claims retaliatory discharge
A former Morgan's Foods employee has filed suit against the company, claiming he was wrongly fired after filing for worker's compensation.
Valley Contractors sues over unpaid leased equipment
An Edwardsville corporation says a development company owes it thousands of dollars for equipment it leased.
Deckhand claims injuries over defective barge gunnel
A man has filed suit against Inland Marine Service, claiming his right knee was injured after he fell.
Lipke rule decision expected tomorrow from Illinois Supreme Court
SPRINGFIELD – A key evidence rule in Illinois asbestos cases could stand, fall or change tomorrow when the Illinois Supreme Court releases its ruling in the case of Nolan v. Weil-McLain.
Wrongful death complaint filed over I-57 accident
An Illinois woman has filed suit against KD Xpress, one of its employees and the executor of a deceased man's estate, claiming she was severely injured after a multi-vehicle accident.
Triad Industries manager faces IRS investigation, lawyer says
Jeffrey Heintz, who ran Triad Industries while Ricki Lee Jones stole millions through the company, faces prosecution for tax crimes like those Jones admitted.
Collinsville worker claims city disclosed mental health records
A man is suing the city of Collinsville, alleging it illegally disclosed his health records.
Former Venice cop claims he's owed wages
An Edwardsville man claims he is due wages he was not paid for his work as a Venice police officer.
Troubles for Buskes mount; Bailey allows discovery on assets/liabilities
Madison County Associate Judge Duane Bailey has ruled that SC Johnson has the right to discover assets and liabilities in the Sara Buske v. Thomas Buske divorce case.
Alton Belle Casino worker claims injuries while assisting customer
A casino operator is suing the casino on which he worked for more than $50,000 after he says he sustained injuries while picking up furnishings.