News from 2012
Father sues over daughter's auto accident injuries
A St. Clair County man says his daughter was hurt when the car she was riding in turned left in front of another car.
Tillery's right: Syngenta settlement is 'more than fair'
For once, we agree with Stephen Tillery. The settlement that he browbeat Syngenta Corp. into accepting -- to make him go away and put an end to eight years of legal haggling -- is "more than fair."
Union complains Treasurer violated labor act; Prenzler says 'more political than factual'
Prenzler A local representative of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) claims Madison County Treasurer Kurt Prenzler violated the Illinois Labor Relations Act.
Third Circuit judges respond to ICJL questionnaire
Callis Three of four circuit judges running for retention in the Third Judicial Circuit have provided responses to an Illinois Civil Justice League (ICJL) survey.
Madison County foreclosures in September: 135
A total of 135 new foreclosure notices were filed against Madison County property owners in September, according to the website Realtytrac.com which provides foreclosure statistics nationwide.
Suit seeks in excess of $50K over Route 111 accident
Glisson A man has filed suit against the driver who he claims failed to yield the right-of-way and struck the driver's side of his vehicle.
Driver accused of making left hand turn, causing Route 161 accident
Rosenstengel An Illinois woman claims she incurred medical costs after a driver struck her vehicle.
Frank Scott Parkway accident leads to suit
A St. Clair County man says he was was hurt when he was rear-ended while driving in Swansea.
Belleville accident causes injuries, suit says
Cannady A driver for a Belleville auto shop is accused of causing a crash when he allegedly pulled out in front of another driver.
Truck driver seeks damages for lost work time due to accident
Swanson A semi-truck driver is asking to be paid more than $220,000 after a head-on crash in Randolph County left him without a rig.
Credit One sues over unpaid credit account
A collection agency is demanding a woman repay more than $120,000 she allegedly owes on a Wells Fargo loan.
USPS mail carrier sues Collinsville couple over dog bite
A mail carrier claims a dog attacked her as she attempted to perform her job duties, causing her to endure scarring and disfigurement.
TT's Bar and Grill sued over parking lot potholes
Johnston A man has filed suit against a bar that he claims allowed multiple pot holes to accumulate in its parking lot, causing him to sustain injuries.
Woman claims sexual orientation and racial profile caused her to lose job
Falb A woman claims her sexual orientation and racial profile caused her to lose her job as a sales representative for a high profile medical company.
HeplerBroom attorneys named in 2012 Missouri and Kansas 'Super Lawyers' and 'Rising Stars'
Hentz HeplerBroom LLC has six attorneys named as 2012 Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers and four Missouri and Kansas Rising Stars.
Supreme Court reverses Fifth District to affirm St. Clair County ruling over spoilation of evidence claim
Burke Siding with the defendant, the Illinois Supreme Court on Thursday reversed a ruling of the Fifth District Appellate Court in a negligent spoliation of evidence case.
Driver failed to keep proper lookout in Route 15 accident, suit says
A woman claims she sustained multiple injuries after a driver rear-ended her vehicle twice.
Attorney for mother of Alton student files for default judgment
Falb The attorney for the mother of a former Alton student who sued O'Fallon Township High School and its former band director has filed a motion for default judgment.
Candidates Lopinot and Duebbert cite qualifications for St. Clair County circuit seat
Duebbert In less than three weeks, St. Clair County voters will choose between a long-time associate judge and a solo general practitioner for a six year term as circuit judge.
Granite City chiropractor denies sexually assaulting customer
Ruth Granite City chiropractor James T. Phillips denies he sexually assaulted a customer.