News from October 2011
Swansea woman sues apartment owners over dumpster slip
A Swansea woman says the owners of her apartment building are to blame for her breaking her ankle near the complex's trash dumpster.
Fear of mesothelioma prompts suit against Illinois Central Railroad
Gavin A former railroad employee alleges he developed a non-cancerous disease after working near asbestos throughout his nearly 40-year career.
Illinois AG sues driver for work comp benefits paid in auto accident
Madigan Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan filed a lawsuit on behalf of the Illinois Department of Central Management Services in which the department claims a driver struck one of its vehicles, which was parked on the side of the road.
Broyhill claims O'Fallon tenant has failed to pay rent
LaRose Broyhill has filed suit against one of its O'Fallon tenants, alleging the tenant has failed to pay rent since September.
Restaurant owner near Scott sued over lease agreement
A St. Clair County man claims a restaurant vacated its leased premises early, violating its contract with the man and owing the man more than $60,000.
Lawyers await Gleeson ruling following trial over Connors' settlement
Belleville attorneys Edward Brennan and Michael Constance still await a ruling by St. Clair County Associate Judge Andrew Gleeson following a six-week bench trial involving a dispute over a $10.5 million settlement.
Status conference set Dec. 5 in civil suit against Lakin
A status conference hearing is set Dec. 5 in a civil lawsuit against Thomas Lakin in St. Clair County Circuit Court.
New asbestos suit filed in St. Clair County
Farrise Another asbestos lawsuit has been added to the growing list of cases in St. Clair County's asbestos docket.
Driver sues over multi-car accident in Bridgeton
Darr A Godfrey woman claims she sustained temporary and permanent injuries after a driver behind her caused a multi-car collision.
Medical malpractice case against Marion hospital settles before trial in St. Clair County
A wrongful death lawsuit against Heartland Regional Medical Center in Marion was settled Oct. 19 in St. Clair County Circuit Court.
Callis would have to step down as judge to run for Congress
Callis Illinois Supreme Court Justice Lloyd Karmeier will get to pick a replacement for Madison County Chief Judge Ann Callis when she steps down, as expected, to make a run for the 12th Congressional seat being vacated by Rep. Jerry Costello (D-Belleville).
Women claim Village of Cahokia broke employment contracts
Two women have filed suit against the village of Cahokia, alleging the town wrongly terminated them and failed to follow a payment plan as outlined in their employment contracts.
Snore relief product Breathe Right subject of St. Clair County class action
Campbell Breathe Right snore relief spray, which is intended to correct snoring problems, fails to work as advertised, according to recently filed court documents.
O'Fallon law firm sues Commerce Bank over actual interest
Byron A law firm that borrowed money from Commerce Bank claims it spent more money on interest than the bank originally represented it would charge.
Lakin admits to sexual abuse in plea agreement
Lakin Lakin Law Firm founder Tom Lakin admitted in court that he committed sexual abuse on a 15 year old boy, and he confirmed a plea agreement requiring him to register as a sex offender when he completes a prison sentence on cocaine distribution charges.
Belleville surgeon sued by woman over carpal tunnel procedure
Boock A St. Clair County woman says her doctor caused nerve damage in her hand during a surgery designed to correct her carpal tunnel.
Electricians claim toxic exposure working at ConocoPhillips
Three electricians have filed suit against Bechtel Construction Company, Conocophillips Company, Jarrett Industries, WRB Refining and Wegman Electric Company, alleging they were exposed to toxic substances that leaked from a tank.
Madison County Asbestos Motion Docket : 11/3 -11/4/2011
Thursday, November 3
Madison County Asbestos Jury Docket : 10/31/2011
Monday, October 31
Madison County Civil Dockets : 10/31 -11/4/2011
Monday, October 31