News from May 2009
Eddie's in Granite City sued by patron claiming injuries from drunk man
A woman is seeking more than $100,000 from a Granite City bar after she was injured by a drunken man.
East Alton roofer's trial continued to August
Although the courtroom was ready, the trial in a negligence suit against an East Alton roofing company did not happen as planned. The trial has been postponed to Aug. 17 due to an attorney's family emergency.
Negligence suit against Wood River, police officer settles
A negligence suit against the city of Wood River and one of its police officers settled before its trial could get under way Monday.
Jury 5/18/09
Monday, May 18
Grandmother alleges baby died due to doctor's negligence
The grandmother of a deceased infant claims the baby died of neurological damage due to a doctor's negligence.
5/18 - 5/22/09
Monday, May 18
Trucking company sued over highway accident
Ernest J. Williams, Tameaka C. Helm and James R. Green have filed a lawsuit against David W. Price and B. Garcia Trucking Company, alleging they were injured after Price collided with them while driving on the highway.
Accident victims sue driver in St. Clair County
A Belleville woman has filed suit individually and on behalf of her minor son, alleging they both sustained multiple, serious injuries after a collision in Swansea.
Free speech was stifled, lawsuit target claims in counter suit
A woman claims she is afraid to speak up at county board meetings after a complaint was filed against her.
Sue where it suits you
Medical malpractice lawsuits today are down 41% in Pennsylvania.
Matris Carus - Mother Dear
Hopkins Gratitude for sacrifices largely unknown and unrecorded, recognition of the role played in the transformations from child to adult, and acknowledgment of the precious gift of time, are summarized with familiar words spoken by those with tiny hands and still others with big bellies - Happy Mother's Day...Love ya' Mom.
Judge approves $22 million annuity class action against Jackson National Life
A St. Clair County judge has approved a $22 million settlement in a class action suit against Jackson National Life Insurance over fixed annuity policies.
Property damage lawsuit goes to trial Monday
Matoesian A 2004 dispute over property damage caused by roofing repairs is up for trial Monday. The plaintiff is seeking nearly $200,000 for damages he says were caused by lax roofers and rain.
Wood River police negligence trial opens Monday
Ruth A suit claiming negligence by a Wood River police officer during a chase that led to a girl's injuries goes to trial Monday. The 2006 lawsuit stems from a motorcycle crash in the village of Roxana.
Herndon remands Cottrell, Cassens personal injury suit to Madison County
Herndon EAST ST. LOUIS – U.S. District Judge David Herndon has remanded to Madison County a personal injury suit that John Sheffer of Tennessee filed against Georgia trailer maker Cottrell Inc. and three businesses of the Cassens family in Edwardsville.
State Bar program set for May 15 in Springfield
State and Municipal Administrative Hearings and Appeals, a continuing legal education program hosted by the Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA), will be held from 1 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. on Friday, May 15, t the President Abraham Lincoln Hotel and Conference Center, 701 E. Adams St., in Springfield.
Route 50 accident in Fairview Heights is subject of suit
Lee Ann Schaefer has filed a suit against Andrea J. Goodman, alleging she received neck, shoulder and low back injuries after a rear-end collision.
Wendler can't depose AIG personnel over 7-year-old Internet posting
EAST ST. LOUIS – Edwardsville lawyer Brian Wendler can't depose representatives of insurer AIG in his search for the source of an Internet message about him, U.S. Magistrate Judge Clifford Proud has decided.
Apartment buyers claim $4.5 million was too much to pay for Belleville complex
Three companies say $4.5 million was too much to pay for a Belleville apartment complex.
Man sues liquor store after tripping on its sidewalk
A man and his wife have filed a complaint against the city of East St. Louis, Allen's Package Liquor and Lounge and its owner, alleging the man was forced to have surgery after he tripped on an uneven sidewalk.