News from February 2016
UPS granted summary judgment in dog bite case brought by driver
United Parcel Service has been granted summary judgment in litigation brought by an injured delivery driver who is suing an Edwardsville resident over a 2012 dog attack.
Obama's General Assembly visit likely to be about budget impasse and legacy, supporter Coleman says
As a long-time supporter of the current U.S. president, Ray Coleman of East St. Louis said that Barack Obama will have plenty to reflect upon during his speech before the Illinois General Assembly this week.
Man alleges condition was misdiagnosed, sues doctors
EDWARDSVILLE – A man is suing over the alleged misdiagnosis of a pain in his left leg, citing negligence.
Daughter alleges father's death was a result of asbestos exposure
BELLEVILLE – A daughter is suing over her father's alleged exposure to asbestos during the course of his working life.
Woman sues Sure Shine Auto Wash over trip and fall
EDWARDSVILLE – A woman is suing over injuries she allegedly suffered after tripping and falling on uneven concrete.
Integrity Healthcare of Godfrey sued over wrongful death allegations
EDWARDSVILLE – The special representative of the deceased woman and special administrator of her estate is suing for 10 counts relating to her death in March 2015.
Man injured when defendant drives into oncoming traffic, suit states
EDWARDSVILLE – A man is suing over injuries he allegedly received as the result of an automobile accident.
Missouri couple sues over alleged injuries after accident on North Illinois Street
BELLEVILLE – A Missouri couple is suing over injuries the wife allegedly received as the result of a car collision.
Man alleges injuries in well explosion while delivering nitrogen
EDWARDSVILLE – A Madison County man and his wife are suing over the injuries he allegedly received while on the job.
Negligence, wrongful death among counts against Anderson Hospital and physician
EDWARDSVILLE – The special administrator of a man's estate is suing over his alleged wrongful death.
State rep calls for investigation into Mautino's campaign finances
Following reports of questionable campaign expenditures of newly appointed Illinois Auditor General Frank Mautino, one state representative is calling for an investigation. State Rep. Dwight Kay (R-Glen Carbon) said "there is no question" that campaign finances of the former state representative need to be examined.
Governor, legislators roll out downsizing bills; Rauner: Downsizing, tax relief among budget keys
SPRINGFIELD — The governor, lieutenant governor and a handful of legislators on Friday rolled out the first bills derived from a year-long effort focused on how to downsize Illinois’ plethora of governments.
Son blames dozens of companies for father's exposure to asbestos, death
BELLEVILLE – The son of a former laborer is suing dozens of companies, alleging his father's exposure to asbestos fibers led to a premature death.
Laborers' pension fund alleges Rawson Excavating failed to contribute funds
BENTON – The trustees of a pension fund are suing an excavating business, alleging missing money.
Ex-worker alleges wrongful termination by Effingham County Health Department
BENTON – An Effingham woman is suing her county health department, alleging wrongful termination and violation of federal and state whistleblower acts.
Motorist alleges another driver's negligence led to accident, injuries
EDWARDSVILLE – A motorist is suing another driver, alleging negligence for injuries she says she suffered in an automobile collision caused by the defendant.
Widow blames dozens of employers for husband's asbestos-related death
BELLEVILLE – The widow of a former welder is suing dozens of companies, alleging his death was related to exposure to asbestos fibers.
Meier sponsors legislation to ensure retention is only option for judges seeking to stay on bench
State Rep. Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) filed legislation today to establish that retention is the only option for sitting judges who want successive terms. The proposal comes in response to decisions made by Twentieth Judicial Circuit Judges John Baricevic, Robert LeChien and Robert Haida to run for election rather than retention.
Rauner: CPS takeover plan lives; He predicts non-Chicago Dems will join in support
SPRINGFIELD — When the time comes, suburban and downstate Democrats will join him in his effort to have the state take control of Chicago’s debt-strapped school system, Gov. Bruce Rauner said Wednesday.
Patient sues Apex Physical Therapy over fractured foot
EDWARDSVILLE – A Clinton County woman is suing a therapy center and health care professionals, alleging negligent care after she suffered two strokes.