News from 2016
Motorist accused of failing to keep lookout to avoid collision
EDWARDSVILLE — Three people, including a child, are suing a motorist over alleged negligence in connection with a collision.
Reform proponent suggests trimming Work Comp Commission budget by $10 million
Reform proponent suggests trimming Work Comp Commission budget by $10 million Workers’ compensation continues to be a contentious issue in Illinois, with many business leaders and legal advocates pushing for more reform.
Prenzler again calls out opponent over issue of credit card use
Madison County Treasurer and Republican county board chairman candidate Kurt Prenzler said that stricter oversight is needed to cure a "culture of credit card abuse" that is ailing county government.
Consumers allege injuries from Just For Men hair products
BELLEVILLE — A group of consumers has filed suit against Combe Inc, Combe Products Inc., Combe Laboratories and Combe International Ltd., hair care product manufacturers, alleging that insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.
Man alleges injuries after plastic container collapsed
BELLEVILLE — A man is suing Buckhorn Inc., a plastic container manufacturer, citing alleged failure to warn and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Plant owner accuses Jet Enterprises & Holding of trespass, conversion
BELLEVILLE — A plant owner is suing Jet Enterprises & Holding Co. LLC, a California corporation, citing alleged illegal and improper financial gain.
St. Clair County Republicans establish voter integrity program
To protect the right of voters come election day - just four short weeks away - a voter integrity program has been developed in St. Clair County.
Former St. Louis judge joins mediation and arbitration panel
ST. LOUIS — After retiring from a long career on the bench in Missouri, Judge Robert S. Cohen isn’t done settling legal disputes.
Sandberg Phoenix elects new managing partner
ST. LOUIS – Law firm Sandberg Phoenix & von Gontard P.C. recently announced it elected St. Louis equity shareholder Bhavik Patel, 38, to succeed John Sandberg as its new managing partner. Patel’s term will begin on Nov. 1.
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I-LAW encourages voters to pay attention to upcoming judicial races
Voters are being encouraged to educate themselves on judicial candidates running for election and judges running for retention during this week of "Lawsuit Abuse Awareness," especially those who have personal injury litigation backgrounds or who receive campaign contributions from personal injury interests.
Well known political pundits to speak at Southern Illinois University Oct. 11
Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville will present "Crossroads: A Conversation about America’s Future" next week featuring pundits Juan Williams and Cal Thomas.
Plaintiffs fail in bid to move talc litigation to southern Illinois
Plaintiffs suing over claims linking talcum powder to ovarian cancer failed in a bid to consolidate the cases in federal court in southern Illinois.
Barack Hussein Trump
With the first Presidential debate competed and the second looming on Sunday it is good to reflect and analyze the state of Campaign 2016.
Liberty Justice Center backs Illinois citizens in state auditor general fight
CHICAGO – An Illinois citizen is taking action against the state’s auditor general in what he alleges is a violation of campaign disclosure laws.
Evergreen Senior Living guest alleges trip, fall on uneven carpet
EDWARDSVILLE – A woman alleges an unsafe carpet caused her to fall at an Alton health care facility.
Motorist blames allegedly distracted driver for Interstate 55 accident
EDWARDSVILLE – A motorist alleges a distracted driver caused another vehicle to strike hers while traveling in Madison County.
Driver sues following Glen Carbon accident
EDWARDSVILLE – A motorist alleges he was injured in an accident in Glen Carbon.
Company alleges Midwest Biodiesel Products owes more than $120,000
EDWARDSVILLE – An energy commodity trader is suing Midwest Biodiesel Products, a biofuel provider, citing alleged failure to pay.
Staunton First National Bank alleges overdue loan payments from Prestige Management
EDWARDSVILLE – The First National Bank in Staunton is suing Prestige Management and its owners for allegedly failing to pay several loans on time.