News from November 2015
Majority of Illinois Independents in favor of government spending cuts, poll says
As Illinois lawmakers strive to solve the state budget impasse, Illinoisans have spoken out loud and clear. In a recent poll released by Americans for Prosperity Illinois, 62 percent of Independents are in favor of spending cuts, while a mere 9 percent support taxes hikes.
Next round begins in lawyers' battle for billions; Tillery team seeks to restore Price, disqualify Karmeier
SPRINGFIELD – Lawyer Stephen Tillery wants all Illinois Supreme Court Justices except Lloyd Karmeier to consider restoring a $10 billion judgment he won against cigarette maker Philip Morris in 2003. On Nov. 17, Robert King of Tillery’s firm moved to recall a mandate the Court issued against the judgment in 2005. King also moved for Karmeier’s recusal or disqualification, citing an objective and reasonable public perception of his bias in favor of Philip Morris.
General Motors says ignition switch lawsuits are misjoined; seeks to transfer to Cook County
General Motors claims several lawsuits alleging its defective engine and ignition key switch caused numerous collisions were misjoined and should be treated as separate suits.
IDC supports Prairie Farms in seeking to reverse revived '06 case; argument centers on plaintiffs' failure to meet deadlines
SPRINGFIELD – Court orders that dismiss civil actions should count as final judgments if plaintiffs ignore deadlines to amend, the Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel argues at the Illinois Supreme Court.
Candidate for recorder says party bosses have attempted to intimidate her from running
“Whether it be a rigged endorsement meeting or whispers that this campaign would hurt my career, the so-called Democratic Party bosses should not have the power to force a candidate on the voters of Madison County,” said Bradford. “Voters in the Democratic primary should have a choice in whom to nominate for the respective offices on the ballot.”
Woman claims she lost part of finger in car door
An Illinois woman is suing over the partial loss of a finger in an incident involving the defendant's vehicle.
Family sues National Union Fire Insurance over denied death benefits
A Bethalto woman and her son are suing over the denial of a death benefit payment of insurance. Lacey Heineman and Shane Pride filed the suit Oct. 26 in Madison County Circuit Court against National Union Fire Insurance of Pittsburg, Pennsylvania.
Couple sues health care professional over infection following knee surgery
An Illinois couple is suing health care professionals, alleging negligence over an infection caused by knee surgery and the lingering issues of that infection.
Motorist says another driver caused accident that led to injuries
A Highland motorist is suing another driver, alleging negligence over injuries suffered in a motor vehicle collision.
Man claims daughter was attacked by pit bull in East Alton
A Missouri father is suing an East Alton woman, alleging his daughter was injured by the defendant's dog.
Motorist, passenger allege negligence for car accident injuries
A male motorist and his female passenger are suing another driving, alleging negligence for injuries they say they sustained in an automobile accident.
Illinois company alleges unpaid rent on a commercial property
An Illinois corporation is suing over unpaid rent on a commercial property. RLP Development Company, of Madison County, filed the suit Oct. 27 in Madison County Circuit Court against Extreme Vapor, Brock Boyer and Arlyne Floyd. The plaintiff and defendants entered into a lease agreement May 27, 2014 in which the defendants agreed to pay rent on a property at 1023 Century Drive, Edwardsville.
Madison County lawyer seeks legal fees from Roth Law Offices
A Madison County attorney is suing a Granite City law firm, alleging non-payment of legal fees for work she referred to her firm.
Railroad employee sues Norfolk Southern Railway for alleged injuries
An Illinois man is suing over permanent injuries he suffered while working for the defendant.
Shimkus supports Rauner's stance on Syrian refugees
Congressman John Shimkus (R-15) supports Rauner’s position and spoke out about the recent attacks in Paris highlighting the “need to suspend refugee resettlement in the United States”.
Motorist sues driver for allegedly causing collision while attempting to pass the plaintiff
A male motorist filed suit over injuries he sustained in a motor vehicle collision. George Shook filed the suit Oct. 28 in Madison County Circuit Court against Matthew Barnes. On Sept. 4, 2015, the plaintiff was driving on Illinois Highway 148 near an intersection.
Man sues former employer for alleged age discrimination
A man is filing a suit against his former employer in the wake of his termination. Michael Barry filed the suit Oct. 27 in Madison County Circuit Court against Schenker Logistics, Glenn McKeithan and Lee Sininger. In October 2011, plaintiff began working for Schenker as Transportation Operations Manager.
Female passenger sues Madison County Transit following collision
A female transit bus rider is suing over injuries she sustained while a passenger on the bus. Lisa Boda filed the suit Nov. 8, 2015 in Madison County Circuit Court against Anna Lee Rodriguez, Eric L.
Passenger alleges injures after car collided with Madison County Transit bus
A male passenger on a transit bus is suing over injuries he sustained in a collision between a vehicle and the bus. Prester L.
Bank teller files wrongful termination suit, alleges age discrimination
A woman is suing because she was terminated without undergoing the contractual provision of progressive discipline. Mary Neudecker filed the suit Nov. 3 in Madison County District Court against Scott Credit Union. The plaintiff was hired to work at the defendant's Highland location on Oct. 27, 2003.