News from January 2016
Woman alleges Atrium Health Care negligently cared for father
BELLEVILLE – A Cahokia woman is suing a Cahokia nursing home, alleging negligence in the death of her father while he was in the care of the defendants.
Maritime worker blames American Commercial Lines for injuries aboard ship
EAST ST. LOUIS – A maritime worker is suing a shipping company, alleging negligence for injuries he says he suffered while working for the defendant.
Defense verdict reached in Edge rock climbing wall case; Juror cites heels and beer as 'personal responsibility' factors
St. Clair County jurors took approximately 20 minutes Wednesday afternoon to rule for the owners of The Edge in Belleville following a three-day personal injury trial.
Rauner softens tone but stays with agenda; Democrats say the budget remains their priority
SPRINGFIELD — Gov. Bruce Rauner hammered away Wednesday on the need for fundamental change in the way Illinois operates, while Democratic leaders blamed Rauner for the state not yet having a budget.
Former financial backer alleges Legacy Club violated contract
EDWARDSVILLE – A Centreville woman is suing an East St. Louis nightclub, alleging she was excluded from a business she had supported financially.
Injured motorist alleges another driver's negligence led to crash
EDWARDSVILLE – A Madison County woman is suing another driver, alleging the defendant's negligence caused an automobile accident that led to the plaintiff's injuries.
Wife sues Eunice Smith Home following husband's death
EDWARDSVILLE – A Madison County woman is suing an Alton nursing facility, alleging negligence caused the death of her husband.
Husband blames Johnson & Johnson talc for wife's death
EDWARDSVILLE – An Illinois man is suing Johnson & Johnson, alleging negligence caused his wife's death from ovarian cancer.
Injured car passenger alleges another driver caused rear-end collision
EDWARDSVILLE – An Illinois woman is suing an Edwardsville motorist, alleging the defendant's negligence caused her injuries in a car accident.
Motorist alleges Pontoon Beach driver caused crash that led to injuries
EDWARDSVILLE – A Madison County man is suing a Pontoon Beach motorist, alleging negligence for injuries he says he endured in an automobile accident.
Motorist alleges drunk driver caused accident that led to permanent injuries
EDWARDSVILLE – A Madison County woman is suing another Madison County motorist, alleging her injuries in an automobile collision were caused by the defendant being intoxicated.
Public deserves full hearing in neutral courts
Ah, the good old days! When a mediocre lawyer or some political hack could get elected judge and stay on the bench for the rest of his life.
Newly appointed Illinois Auditor General leaves behind questionable campaign disclosure reports
SPRINGFIELD – As former state representative Frank Mautino advances to Illinois Auditor General, he leaves behind campaign disclosure reports likely to raise questions for any auditor.
Fifth District reverses Gleeson’s order denying motion to compel arbitration for lack of information
The Fifth District Appellate Court reversed St. Clair County Circuit Judge Andrew Gleeson’s order denying a defendant’s motion to compel arbitration, noting that the parties did not provide enough information and further discovery is needed to make an appropriate decision.
Madison County asbestos jury docket Feb. 2
The asbestos jury docket for Madison County will be held at 9 a.m. on Feb. 2 in Associate Judge Stephen Stobbs' courtroom, room 327, at the Madison County Circuit Court in Edwardsville.
Madison County asbestos motion docket Feb. 1-3
The asbestos motion docket for Madison County will be held at 9 a.m. Feb. 1-3 in Associate Judge Stephen Stobbs' courtroom, room 327, at the Madison County Circuit Court in Edwardsville.
Madison County civil docket Feb. 2-5
Madison County Circuit Judges Mudge and Matoesian have hearings scheduled on the civil docket for the week of Feb. 2-5.
Madison County foreclosures Jan. 19-21
A list of recent Madison County foreclosures. Including Collinsville, East Alton, Godfrey, Granite City, Highland, Moro, St. Jacob, Troy and Wood River.
St. Clair County foreclosures Jan. 14-19
A list of recent St. Clair County foreclosures. Including Mascoutah, O'Fallon and Swansea.
Madison County real estate Jan. 11-19
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.