News from 2016
Woman alleges injuries from Smithton collision
BELLEVILLE — A woman claims she was injured in a Smithton collision involving three vehicles.
Todd Sivia earns exit planning certification
Sivia is now the only attorney in the St. Louis metro area to have the certification
$9 billion claim against State Farm gets class certification nod from Herndon
Karmeier’s achievement may count for more because his Court settled the question of his integrity, while that question remains open in Herndon’s court.
Husband blames manufacturers of asbestos products for wife's death
BELLEVILLE — A husband is suing dozens of manufacturers of asbestos products, alleging negligence in that insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.
Widow blames dozens of companies for husband's asbestos-related death
BELLEVILLE — A St. Clair County widow is suing dozens of companies, alleging their negligence led to the death of her husband from asbestos-related causes.
Consumer accuses drink producers of negligent misrepresentation with 'all natural' label
BELLEVILLE — A Monroe County woman is suing a drink products manufacturer, alleging unfair merchandising practices.
Widow alleges dozens of companies caused her husband's asbestos-related death
BELLEVILLE — A widow is suing dozens of companies, alleging their negligence led to her husband being exposed to dangerous asbestos particles.
Widow blames dozens of companies for husband's asbestos-related death
BELLEVILLE — A widow is suing dozens of companies, alleging their negligence led to the death of her husband from asbestos exposure.
Karmeier elected next chief justice of Illinois Supreme Court
SPRINGFIELD – Justice Lloyd A. Karmeier will be the next chief justice of the Illinois Supreme Court, following a unanimous election by fellow justices.
Asbestos lawyers factor big as Dunstan contributors, minus Simmons
EDWARDSVILLE – Lawyers have given Madison County board chairman Alan Dunstan at least $78,396 for his current campaign, election records show.
Mesothelioma research not a top priority for local fund-raising
Since September is Pediatric Cancer Awareness month, the headline in the August 17, 2016 Advantage News, “Oktoberfest to raise funds for Mesothelioma research” to occur on September 17, 2016 caught my eye immediately.
Father alleges daughter injured from dog bite
EDWARDSVILLE — A Collinsville father and daughter are suing a Troy couple, alleging the defendants failed to control their dog who bit and injured the daughter.
Flint Law adds lawyers to expand asbestos practice
Flint Law Firm LLC recently announced the addition of two asbestos litigators and a new associate, stating the additions signal “new growth in all areas of the firm.”
Plaintiffs in bid rigging class action react positively to Fifth District decision
An attorney representing distressed property owners in a proposed bid rigging class action reacted positively to last week's ruling that allows the case to proceed.
McCarter, plaintiffs eye appeal in lawsuit over state campaign contributions
CHICAGO – A donor, a state senator and a political action committee are challenging an Illinois law that places a cap on individual and group contributions to candidates for state office but exempts state political parties and legislative leaders.
Former Hartford refinery owner to pay $10 million for cleanup
The former owner of a Madison County oil refinery will pay $10 million to help the cleanup of the facility it vacated in 1988.
Customer blames gas station, grocery store for injuries
EDWARDSVILLE — A Madison County man is suing a Granite City gas station and grocery store, alleging its negligence caused him to fall and suffer injuries.
Boilermaker blames Phillips 66 for infection from bacteria exposure
EDWARDSVILLE — A Madison County man is suing Phillips 66, alleging an unsafe work environment led him to suffering illness and infection.
Office staffer accuses auto body business of pregnancy discrimination
EDWARDSVILLE — An Illinois woman is suing a Madison County auto body business, alleging pregnancy discrimination.
Mother, son allege motorist's negligence caused crash
EDWARDSVILLE — A mother and son are suing a Madison County motorist, alleging the defendant's negligence caused injuries to the plaintiffs.