News from June 2016
One law firm sues another over check
EDWARDSVILLE — One Alton law firm is suing another, with the plaintiff alleging that the defendant endorsed and deposited a check intended for the plaintiff and kept most of the amount.
Mad as hell, and not going to take it anymore
It would have been almost impossible for the ordinary taxpayer of the city and Unit 10 to accurately state objections at the required public hearing at City Hall on June 13. Our more than 14,000 residents could have packed the house, approached the podium and only say, "I am mad as hell and I'm not going to take this anymore."
Regional superintendent: School funding battle likely to be 'strung out'
Superintendent Robert Daiber: "It isn’t that I am personally in favor of Chicago Public Schools getting more money than everybody else, but they have to make their expenses.”
Motorist accuses fellow driver of negligence
EDWARDSVILLE — A motorist is suing another driver, alleging negligence and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Man sues pickup driver over crash injuries
EDWARDSVILLE — A man is suing Aaron Rogers, a pickup driver, alleging negligence and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Suit claims allergic reaction led to death
BELLEVILLE — An East St. Louis resident is suing Wexford Health Sources Inc. and Dr. Francis Kayira, medical care providers, alleging wrongful death.
Former production supervisor sues company, officers
EAST ST. LOUIS — A former production supervisor is suing Quality Packaging Services Inc. and company officers Heather Creek, Chris Ziacola and Tamara Powell, citing alleged disability discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination.
Gilbert reassigned from 133 cases due to position as SIU trustee
Chief District Judge Michael Reagan entered an order on June 6, reassigning 133 cases from Gilbert to himself and District Judges Nancy Rosenstengel and Staci Yandle. Reagan reassigned 36 of his own cases to Gilbert, and reassigned 30 each from Rosenstengel and Yandle to Gilbert.
Madison County electoral board orders review of nearly 10,000 pro- tax cut signatures
In a split 2-1 decision, a Madison County electoral board ruled Tuesday that it would review all 9,900 signatures on petitions seeking to place a property tax reduction referendum on the November ballot.
Judges throughout Illinois would copy St. Clair Co. judges seeking election over retention, lawyer argues at Fourth District
Any Illinois judge would copy St. Clair County judges choosing election over retention if courts allow the choice, lawyer Aaron Weishaar of St. Louis argued at the Fourth District appellate court on June 7. “Who wouldn’t?”
Equipment and transport provider claims breach of agreement
EDWARDSVILLE — An equipment and transport provider is suing ConocoPhillips Company, a retail electric supplier, citing alleged breach of contract and failure to pay for completed work.
Man accuses bar operators of unlawful sale of liquor to intoxicated person
EDWARDSVILLE — A man is suing Ray Herrin Corp., doing business as The Corner Bar, Ray Herrin Corp., doing business as R&L Sports Bar, and Kenneth and Lori Herrin, bar operators, citing alleged unlawful sale of liquor to an intoxicated person.
Man says doctor failed to inform others of possible injuries
BELLEVILLE — A man is suing Nicholas Hilpipre, M.D., claiming the doctor negligently failed to inform an emergency department or emergency department physician that the plaintiff might have had an injury to his spinal cord and/or longitudinal ligament.
East St. Louis resident accuses students of sexual assault
BELLEVILLE — A mother is suing Makial Lucas and Samuel Young, III, students, claiming they sexually assaulted a disabled person.
Suit filed against Main Street Strip Club, bouncer over alleged injuries
BELLEVILLE – Two bar patrons allege they were injured by the establishment's bouncer.
A & A Hauling Inc. accused of not paying contributions to fund
EAST ST. LOUIS – A labor group fund alleges that it is owed delinquent contributions from an employer.
Woman alleges she was injured in parking lot owned by Jay Hospitality
EDWARDSVILLE – A woman alleges she was injured in a fall at a Belleville hotel.
Patron alleges she was injured at West Main Cafe
EDWARDSVILLE – A woman is suing Belleville restaurant owners alleging unsafe conditions caused her injuries.
Madison County civil docket June 13
Madison County Circuit Judge William Mudge presides over multiple cases with docket settings next week.
Madison County asbestos jury docket June 13-16
Dozens of asbestos cases are set for jury trial during the week of June 13.