News from December 2015
Visitor accuses Protestant Memorial Hospital of negligence after falling on rug
BELLEVILLE – An Illinois woman is suing a Belleville hospital, alleging negligence for injuries she says she received from a fall on an unsecured rug at the hospital.
Motorcyclist sues trucker following Belleville collision that caused injuries
BELLEVILLE – An Illinois motorcyclist is suing a truck driver, alleging negligence for injuries he says he suffered when he was struck by a truck.
Small business owner hopes to secure a Republican seat on Madison County Board
Being involved in her community from a young age and having lived in Madison County her entire life, Erica Harris, Republican, said she believes she has a rich understanding of the needs in her community. Democrat Ross Breckenridge stated in his announcement that he has served as Glen Carbon village trustee for the past five years, and plans to apply his experience to “help ensure Madison County remains in sound financial condition.”
Veterans Treatment Court gives second chances to soldiers who have served
“These Veterans have sacrificed their lives to keep us free. They have endured countless hours away from their families. They have suffered, some wounded, not only physically, but also mentally. They have observed many brutal and bloody incidents. They have seen friends injured and wounded or killed...many have been scarred as a result of their protecting our freedom. They deserve a second chance, and Veteran’s Court provides them that opportunity."
Ashley Furniture Homestores sued after child's bed collapses
BELLEVILLE – A Belleville woman is suing a furniture store after a bed she had delivered and assembled by the company allegedly collapsed with her child in it.
Customer sues Wal-Mart after doors close on her
BELLEVILLE–An Illinois customer is suing Wal-Mart, alleging negligence after she was injured while entering a Wal-Mart store in O'Fallon.
Motorist alleges another driver's speeding caused Alorton collision
BELLEVILLE–An Illinois woman is suing another driver, alleging negligence in an automobile accident that left her injured.
Driver blames St. Clair County Highway Department for poorly maintained road following crash
BELLEVILLE–A Dupo motorist is suing a county highway department, alleging his motor vehicle accident was caused by a poorly maintained road.
Couple blames radiologists for misdiagnosed MRI that led to permanent injury
BELLEVILLE–An Illinois couple is suing radiologists, alleging a misread diagnostic test resulted in unnecessary medical bills and lasting injury.
New St. Clair County GOP leader welcomes 'political refugees'; Objecting to judges' candidacies one of several battle fronts
"Define objectives and organize for victory" is a strategy that retired Army intelligence officer Doug Jameson is applying in his new role as chairman of the St. Clair County Republican Party. And rebuilding the party's foundation by filling vacant precinct committee positions has been a top priority.
Client accuses lawyer of misrepresentation in estate case
BELLEVILLE–A St. Clair County man is suing his attorney and the attorney's law firm, alleging misrepresentation in a claim against the plaintiff's father's estate.
Motorist alleges negligence by driver who crashed into his truck
BELLEVILLE–A Waterloo man is suing a driver and his employer, alleging negligence after he says a motor vehicle accident left him injured.
Son alleges law firm mishandled late father's estate
BELLEVILLE–A St. Clair County man is suing a local law firm and a lawyer, alleging they mishandled the estate of his deceased father.
Motorist alleges another driver's negligence caused O'Fallon crash, injuries
BELLEVILLE–An Illinois woman is suing a motorist, alleging negligence for injuries she says she sustained when the defendant's vehicle collided with hers.
Employee alleges Vitas Healthcare fired her for seeking workers compensation
BELLEVILLE–An Illinois woman is suing a health care business, alleging she was terminated for seeking workers compensation benefits.
Emails to public bodies are the people's business
A banner group with a noble cause apparently failed to realize they were conducting the people's business that demands transparency. Hopefully other public bodies will take note.
Alton chiropractor files class action claiming unsolicited faxes wasted time, toner and paper
Chiropractor Gerald Bemis of Alton, once a favorite plaintiff for class action lawyers, has returned to that role. He sued two California companies in federal court on Dec. 4, for sending him a facsimile, and he moved to certify a class on Dec. 7.
State income tax headed back to 5 percent? Madigan drops that number during Chicago speech
SPRINGFIELD — Michael Madigan on Wednesday tossed out one possibility for new Illinois tax money, a bump in the income tax rate. In fact, he said raising the personal income tax by 33 percent would a good spot to start talking.
Former Madison County GOP chair to run for County Board District 17 seat
Retired Illinois State Police lieutenant Bob Hulme has announced that he will be joining the race for a seat on the Madison County Board in Edwardsville’s District 17, against incumbent Ann Gorman. Hulme, a Republican, who has run for the District 17 seat in the past and has served as the Madison County Republican Chairman, said he would like people in the county to be fully aware of what is going on in the county.
Incumbent Bill Meyer to be challenged in primary for seat on Madison County Board District 3
County Board District 3 will see a three-way race on the Republican ticket at the primary election March 15, 2016.