News from August 2016
Patient accuses medical care providers of negligence
BELLEVILLE — A patient is suing medical providers, alleging their negligence led to the plaintiff sustaining injuries.
Customer alleges grocery store owner's negligence caused injuries
BELLEVILLE — A customer is suing a Belleville grocery store, alleging the defendant's negligence caused the plaintiff to sustain injuries.
Madison County judge formed relationships with national asbestos firms after becoming judge
SPRINGFIELD – Madison County associate judge Donald Flack formed litigation relationships with two national asbestos firms after taking the robe, according to his annual statements of economic interest at the Illinois Supreme Court.
Shareholders accuse company officers of theft
BELLEVILLE — Two shareholders are suing family members and company officers, alleging intentional theft of money.
European Hispanics accuse Fairmont City of racial discrimination
BELLEVILLE — Two Illinois residents of European Hispanic extraction are suing Fairmont City and other defendants, alleging racial discrimination.
Brother, sister allege will executor failed to fairly distribute inheritance
BELLEVILLE — Two siblings are suing a will executor, alleging deprivation of inheritance.
Three passengers blame motorist for causing crash
BELLEVILLE — Three passengers are suing a Taylorville motorist, alleging her negligence caused a car crash that injured the plaintiffs.
Fifth District affirms approval of Caseyville solid waste transfer station
The Fifth District Appellate Court affirmed the Village of Caseyville’s approval of a solid waste transfer station despite objections from Roxana Landfill Inc. and Fairmont City.
Widow accuses physician, hospital of causing husband's death
EDWARDSVILLE — A widow is suing medical providers, alleging insufficient measures were taken to prevent her husband's death.
National, local races capture St. Clair County voters' attention in lead up to November elections, says GOP chair
St. Clair County voters can begin voting by mail on Aug. 10, a signal that the election countdown is near.