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News from February 2017

Appellate court upholds circuit ruling in Founders Insurance Co. case

By David Hutton | Feb 10, 2017

The Fifth District Appellate Court has upheld a lower court ruling that granted summary judgment to the defendants in an appeal by Founders Insurance Co.

Madison County Veterans Assistance Commission superintendent 'very ecstatic' to be back

By Nicholas Gueguen | Feb 10, 2017

After 21 months of lockout from the Madison County Veterans Assistance Commission office, an attorney for Superintendent Brad Lavite said his client was "very ecstatic" about having his access to the county administration building restored. 

'Obama Phenomenon' author says he hopes new title will be call to action

By Karen Kidd | Feb 10, 2017

The unveiling later this month of the cover of the latest book by author and political consultant Ray Coleman, "Have God Will Travel," is part of a series he envisioned almost 30 years ago, Coleman said during a recent interview.

United Services Automobile Association accused of denying claim following fire

By Michael Abella | Feb 10, 2017

BELLEVILLE — Two property owners are suing United Services Automobile Association, an indemnity company, citing alleged breach of insurance contract.

Worker alleges injuries after falling from makeshift scaffolding

By Noddy A. Fernandez | Feb 10, 2017

EDWARDSVILLE — A workman is suing property owner Susan M. Silk, alleging that insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.

Man sued for allegedly causing crash while attempting to pass vehicle

By Noddy A. Fernandez | Feb 10, 2017

EDWARDSVILLE — A driver and passenger are suing trucking company Piasa Enterprises Inc. and Piasa employee John E. Strebel, alleging negligence in connection with a collision.

Mallard Lake Mobile Home Park manager sued for alleged defamation

By Noddy A. Fernandez | Feb 10, 2017

EDWARDSVILLE — The owner of a lawn services company is suing RHP Properties Inc., d/b/a Mallard Lake Mobile Home Park, and and RHP manager Nicole Crosby, alleging defamation that substantially damaged the plaintiff's business.

Homeowners sued after guest fell on ice

By Michael Abella | Feb 10, 2017

EDWARDSVILLE — A husband and wife are suing Edward T. Pinnell Jr. and Marcy B. Pinnell, residence owners, alleging negligence in connection with a slip and fall.

Laura Buick GMC accused of retaliatory discharge

By Noddy A. Fernandez | Feb 10, 2017

EDWARDSVILLE — A former employee is suing Laura Buick GMC Inc., alleging retaliatory discharge.

Passenger sues motorist following Madison collision

By Noddy A. Fernandez | Feb 10, 2017

EDWARDSVILLE — A vehicle passenger is suing motorist Erin Skyles Woodruff, alleging negligence in connection with injuries stemming from a collision.

Wisconsin man accused of causing Alton rear-end collision

By Michael Abella | Feb 10, 2017

EDWARDSVILLE — A driver and passenger are suing Kyle S. Fischer, a motorist from Wisconsin, alleging negligence in connection with a collision.

Deceased man allegedly fell asleep at wheel, caused collision

By Michael Abella | Feb 10, 2017

EDWARDSVILLE — A man is suing the estate of Lynn J. Simburger, a motorist, alleging that Simburger was negligent in connection with a vehicle collisision.

Driver says fellow motorist failed to yield before crash

By Michael Abella | Feb 10, 2017

EDWARDSVILLE — A driver is suing Liliana S. Muller, another motorist, alleging negligence in connection with a collision.

Driver and two passengers sue another motorist

By Michael Abella | Feb 10, 2017

EDWARDSVILLE — A driver and two passengers are suing motorist Michael Southerland, alleging negligence in connection with a traffic collision.

Daiber will seek Democratic nomination for Illinois governor

By Ann Maher | Feb 11, 2017

Madison County Regional Superintendent Robart A. Daiber will seek the Democratic nomination for Illinois governor next year.

Lawsuit alleges negligence by dozens of companies for asbestos after former railroad engineer's lung-cancer death

By David Hutton | Feb 12, 2017

An Illinois woman has filed a lawsuit alleging that her late husband developed lung cancer that eventually took his life after prolonged exposure to asbestos, dating back to his service in the U.S. Army and as an engineer for the Burlington Railroad in Chicago.

Madison County asbestos trial continues in Stobbs’ court

By Heather Isringhausen Gvillo | Feb 12, 2017

A Michigan teacher’s asbestos lawsuit alleging asbestos exposure from grinding brakes is still at trial in Madison County Associate Judge Stephen Stobb’s courtroom.

After litigating divorce settlement for more than a decade, imprisoned Gary Peel loses appeal

By The Madison County Record | Feb 13, 2017

Former lawyer Gary Peel, who failed in blackmailing former wife Deborah J. Peel, failed in litigating against her from prison for 10 years.

Estate administrator sues nursing home for wrongful death

By Michael Abella | Feb 14, 2017

BELLEVILLE — A woman alleges healthcare providers with Caseyville Nursing & Rehabilitation Center's negligence resulted in a patient's death.

Madison County law firm alleges other firms breached joint venture agreement

By Michael Abella | Feb 14, 2017

EDWARDSVILLE — A Madison County law firm is suing several other law offices, citing alleged breach of joint venture agreement.