News from May 2009
When "fair" seems unfair
The defendant admits no guilt, but agrees to pay an unnamed charity $1.2 million. The plaintiffs get zilch. And the Lakin law firm lawyers pocket $650,000 in fees and expenses.
Tribute to Hospice nurses
To the editor:
Long term care hero
To the editor:
Breaks, meals, sick days, vacation not required by law
Think that coffee break comes with the job? Think again.
O'Fallon accident is subject of personal injury claim
Jennifer Burns has filed suit against William H. DeCarr, claiming her vehicle sustained significant damages and she was injured after DeCarr collided with her.
Justice O'Connor argues for merit-selection; opponent calls elections democracy in action
O'Connor Former Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor remembers when she ran for her first judgeship in her home state of Arizona. That experience – and her respect for the Founding Fathers – has made her a staunch advocate for reforming how states pick the men and women who sit as judges.
Suit claims woman miscarried after Belleville auto accident
An Illinois woman says she miscarried her baby after a Belleville man attempted to make a U-turn in front of her.
Millar tells judge Lakin reported him to ARDC to gain advantage in pending suit
Millar Jeff Millar claims former employer Brad Lakin reported him to the Illinois Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission, but that's news to the ARDC.
Injuries claimed in Route 159 accident in Collinsville
A Collinsville man says numerous parts of his body and nervous system were injured after a Madison County man drove into his vehicle.
Eiler Road accident caused injuries, woman claims in suit
A St. Clair County woman has filed suit against another woman, alleging her neck, back, both knees and body were severely and permanently injured after a collision.
Wrongful death trial date vacated
A 2005 wrongful death suit against a Staunton medical practice and its doctors will not go to trial Monday before Madison Circuit Judge Dennis Ruth. The trial date has been vacated according to court documents.
Fairview Heights releases settlements, questions remain about attorneys' fees
Mitchell Settlement documents released Wednesday show that the city of Fairview Heights netted about $315,000 in its four year legal battle with 13 online travel companies.
Truck driver claims injuries in explosion
An Illinois man has filed suit against four corporations and a plant manager, alleging he was severely burned after a dust collection system he was standing near exploded.
Broken humerus claimed in personal injury suit
A woman claims her humerus was broken after she was rear-ended while stopped for a traffic control device.
Traveling electrician sues Union Pacific
A former railroad worker has filed suit against his previous employer, claiming he was injured after being forced to climb without proper equipment.
St. Clair County Avandia suits name 186 plaintiffs
Driscoll More than 180 people say GlaxoSmithKline was wrong in selling a diabetes drug without first warning of potential serious side effects from which they or their deceased relatives suffered.
Hamilton County man sues in St. Clair County over 2005 accident
A Hamilton County man says a car in which he was riding struck a tree, causing him neck and back injuries.
Woman claims injuries in Caseyville accident
A woman has filed suit against a Belleville resident, alleging her right shoulder, right leg and low back were injured after a rear-end collision.
Trial lawyers make out in Chrysler bailout
Deutsch NEW YORK – Personal injury lawyers seemingly have secured a windfall from the Chrysler bailout.
Schnuck's parking lot accident is subject of suit
A man says he suffered numerous injuries after the driver of a 2000 Hyundai Sonata collided with him while turning out of a parking lot.