News from April 2016
Ron Williams for Madison County State's Attorney
His commitment to the people of Madison County is that he will reduce violent crime by 15 percent in his first year if elected as State’s Attorney and will reduce the average jail population by 20 percent, saving money for taxpayers and making the County a safer place to live.
Roller skater alleges injuries from uneven floor
BELLEVILLE – A patron at a roller skating rink is suing over injuries she received when she fell on an allegedly unsafe floor. She is citing negligence.
Woman alleges driver's negligence caused collision
EDWARDSVILLE – The temporary guardian of a plaintiff is suing over injuries the plaintiff allegedly sustained in the course of an automobile accident. She is citing negligence.
Man says he was injured in collision on ramp
EDWARDSVILLE – A motorist is suing over injuries he allegedly suffered when a tractor-trailer truck collided with the driver side of his vehicle.
Passenger alleges injuries after motorist fell asleep while driving
EDWARDSVILLE – The passenger in a pickup truck is suing over injuries she suffered in the course of a crash, alleging the driver fell asleep.
Driver claims rear-end collision left him injured
EDWARDSVILLE – A motorist is suing over injuries he allegedly received during a rear-end collision at a traffic light.
Analysis: Lobbyists have spent $25K+ feeding State Sen. Haine
Lobbyists bought State Sen. Bill Haine (D-Alton) 43 meals in 2015, according to an analysis of filings with the Illinois Secretary of State.
Motorist sues following rear-end collision
EDWARDSVILLE – A motorist is suing over injuries that she alleges occurred when a turning tractor-trailer caused her to stop her vehicle suddenly, followed by a rear-end collision in which another motorist struck her car.
Suit claims asbestos exposure is tied to colon cancer diagnosis
BELLEVILLE – A longtime laborer and his wife are suing over the man's alleged exposure to asbestos during his working life and the results of that alleged exposure.
Rep. Kay calls for embattled Auditor General to resign
SPRINGFIELD – State Rep. Dwight Kay (R-Glen Carbon) said that it's time for the embattled Illinois Auditor General Frank Mautino to step down in light of his "dogged refusal to answer questions" about prior campaign finances.
No exit strategy from Illinois budget standoff
Taxpayers must be vigilant in holding members of the Illinois General Assembly accountable, especially at this unprecedented time without a state budget and as we approach the new fiscal year. Now is the time that legislators could propose the most dangerous solutions to the state’s financial crises, including hiking the state income tax or imposing a new, devastating income tax on retirement benefits.
Scott Credit Union, former employee named in another suit for alleged fraud
BELLEVILLE – A company and its owner are suing over alleged mishandling of their money by a credit union and its onetime employee.
Business and its owner claim fraudulent money practices by Scott Credit Union
BELLEVILLE – A Missouri company and its principal is suing over an allegedly fraudulent money situation. They are citing negligence among the counts.
Pedestrian sues asphalt company over fall on Belleville trail
BELLEVILLE – An East St. Louis man is suing an asphalt business, alleging negligence for injuries he says he experienced after a slip and fall.
Physicians find ways around state laws aimed at reducing cost of dispensed prescriptions, report says
Despite efforts to reduce prices for physician-dispensed prescriptions, a new report from the Workers Compensation Research Institute found that the dispensing of new drug products in several state, including Illinois, has led to higher prices.
SIUC's Reona Daly selected Magistrate at federal court in Benton
Reona J. Daly will fill the United States Magistrate Judge seat in Benton, Illinois, replacing US Magistrate Judge Philip M. Frazier who is set to retire in September.
Meier's bill would shut down future attempts of judges seeking to run for election instead of retention
In a bill headed to the Illinois House of Representatives’ executive committee, a local representative wants to solidify election laws pertaining to judges.
Citibank claims defendant owes money for unpaid student loans
BELLEVILLE – A bank is suing over a student loan that is allegedly unpaid.
Woman claims missing stop sign contributed to auto accident
BELLEVILLE – A Belleville woman is suing over injuries resulting from an automobile wreck, citing negligence.
Mortgage company sues borrower for nearly $170,000
BELLEVILLE – A mortgage company is suing over an alleged unpaid debt.