News from January 2016
Owner alleges construction companies damaged his property
BELLEVILLE – The owner of commercial real estate in Edgemont is suing four Illinois companies, alleging unauthorized use of a portion of his property.
Milk marketing dispute to be argued at Illinois Supreme Court on Jan. 14
A fraud suit that originated 10 years ago in Madison County will be argued at the Illinois Supreme Court on Jan. 14. Prairie Farms Dairy (PFD) is appealing a Fourth District Appellate Court decision involving a milk marketing agreement that went in favor of plaintiffs Michael and Denise Richter of Highland in June.
The Madigan Mob rides again
There are dangers associated with the public sale and consumption of alcohol, but most of us would agree that Prohibition was an overreaction to them and only made matters worse.
Madison County civil docket Jan. 11
Madison County Circuit Judges Matoesian, Ruth, Mudge and Crowder have hearings scheduled on the civil docket for Jan. 11.
Madison County asbestos jury docket Jan. 11
The asbestos jury docket for Madison County will be held at 9 a.m. on Jan. 11 in Associate Judge Stephen Stobbs' courtroom, room 327, at the Madison County Circuit Court in Edwardsville.
Madison County foreclosures Dec. 15-31
A list of recent Madison County foreclosures. Including Alton, Bethalto, Collinsville, Edwardsville, Godfrey, Granite City, Madison, Moro, Staunton and Troy.
St. Clair County foreclosures Dec. 4-23
A list of recent St. Clair County foreclosures. Including Belleville, Cahokia, Collinsville, East St. Louis, Fairview Heights, Marissa, Mascoutah and O'Fallon.
St. Clair County real estate Dec. 11-28
A list of recent real estate transactions for St. Clair County. Including Belleville, Cahokia, Caseyville, Collinsville, Dupo, East Carondelet, East St. Louis, Fairmont City, Fairview Heights, Freeburg, Lebanon, Marissa, Mascoutah, Millstadt, New Athens, New Baden, O’Fallon, Rauscher, St. Libory, Shiloh, Smithton, Swansea and Waterloo.
Madison County real estate Dec. 4-23
A list of recent real estate transactions for Madison County. Including Alhambra, Alton, Bethalto, Collinsville, Cottage Hills, East Alton, Edwardsville, Glen Carbon, Godfrey, Granite City, Hamel, Hartford, Highland, Madison, Maryville, Moro, Pontoon Beach, Roxana, St. Jacob, Troy, Wood River and Worden.
Menards says carpenter altered materials that allegedly caused him to fall
Menard Inc. denies liability in a carpenter’s personal injury suit, arguing that the man failed to specifically identify the materials at issue and altered the materials that allegedly malfunctioned and caused him to fall.
Belleville gas station removes customer’s slip and fall suit
The owners of a Belleville gas station removed a woman’s slip and fall suit that alleges she slipped on ice while standing at the gas pump.
Pensions, salaries, pension: Illinoisans pay 2.5 times for their politicians
Taxpayers pay once for state politicians’ salaries and another 1.5 times for their bankrupt pension system. In 2017, taxpayers will contribute the equivalent of nearly $123,000 for each lawmaker just to keep the General Assembly Retirement System afloat.
May the Farce be with us?
It's a new year, and with that comes a new legislative session
Casino Queen denies liability in slip and fall suit
An Alton Casino denies liability in a guest’s slip and fall lawsuit and argues that the guest caused her own alleged injuries.
Motorist denies allegations in suit following collision with horse
A man sued for hitting a man while riding his horse argues that the horse was not maintained properly on the roadway.
Restaurant patron alleges man provoked altercation
A man sued for alleged assault denies the allegations and argues that the other restaurant patron provoked an incident. Derek Reeves filed his lawsuit on Nov. 4 against Brennan Bunjak. According to the complaint, Bunjak allegedly assaulted and battered Reeves in the face on April 26, 2014, at Big Daddy’s in Belleville.
Was Troy speeding ticket processed in timely fashion? Supreme Court to hear arguments Jan. 12
The Illinois Supreme Court on Jan. 12 will hear oral arguments involving a speeding ticket issued in Troy, and any action it takes could alter the rules of the road. The case involves driver Christopher Geiler who was stopped by Troy police May 5, 2014, for exceeding the speed limit by 15 miles per hour.
Employees allege Buffalo Wild Wings franchise violated wage laws
BENTON – Two former employees are suing Buffalo Wild Wings franchisee, alleging violations of minimum wage laws.
Woman blames Foley Chemical, St. Clair County for exposure to hazardous materials
BELLEVILLE – A Belleville woman is suing a chemical company and St. Clair County, alleging exposure to chemicals she experienced while working in a county department.
Illinois Supreme Court forms new Judicial College
The Illinois Supreme Court announced its approval of a judicial college that plans to create a more comprehensive approach to judiciary education.