News from January 2017
Insurer says motorist negligently damaged street sweeper
EDWARDSVILLE — An insurance provider for the City of Alton is suing a motorist for allegedly damaging a street sweeper in a collision.
Man alleges injuries from being handcuffed behind his back
BELLEVILLE — A St. Clair County motorist is suing the Village of Freeburg and a police officer, alleging he suffered injuries from being handcuffed behind his back following neck surgeries.
Motorist alleges injuries from Lenzburg collision
BELLEVILLE — A man claims he was injured when his vehicle was struck on the driver's side by a truck.
Man alleges injuries from rear-end collision
BELLEVILLE — A motorist is suing another driver for allegedly causing a rear-end collision.
Widow alleges husband fell at Four Fountains nursing home
BELLEVILLE — A widow has filed a wrongful death claim against Four Fountains nursing home after her husband allegedly fell.
Property owners sue insurer for alleged breach of contract
BELLEVILLE — Two property owners allege an insurer has failed to satisfactorily settle their claim.
Former employee sues common carrier for alleged negligence
BELLEVILLE — The special administrator of a former Union Pacific employee alleges the decedent developed lung cancer from toxic exposures.
Materials supplier sues construction company for alleged failure to make payments
BELLEVILLE — A construction materials supplier is suing Miese Brothers Construction for allegedly failing to make payments.
Madigan's move to force budget resolution digs at LeChien for undermining legislative process
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan pleads that St. Clair County Circuit Judge Robert LeChien undermined the Illinois Constitution when he ordered the comptroller to continue paying state employees at normal rates.
Patient voluntarily dismisses BJC Healthcare from suit alleging sepsis following surgery
A patient voluntarily dismissed BJC Healthcare from her medical malpractice suit alleging she developed sepsis following surgery.
Woman seeks to withdraw preservation order for property destroyed by fire
A woman alleging a landlord’s failure to provide smoke detectors caused her relative to die in a fire is asking the court to withdraw an order preserving evidence after she previously requested the preservation.
Edward Blake named one of Illinois' top ten family law attorneys
BELLEVILLE – Edward J. Blake Jr. of Blake Behme Law Group, P.C., has been named one of Illinois' top ten family law attorneys by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys (NAFLA).
'Grand Bargain' budget is 'irresponsible overspending,' McCarter says
One of six state senators who have pledged not to raise income taxes from the current level of 3.75 to 4.95 percent is Kyle McCarter, a Republican from Lebanon.
Scott Air Force Base employee alleges injuries from unsafe walkway
BELLEVILLE — A Scott Air Force Base worker claims she was injured when she tripped and fell on "debris" on the walkway.
Illinois held hostage to a 'Grand Bargain'
No one should be surprised that group think instead of rational choices surround the 13 interconnected bills of the “Grand Bargain.” It is wholly predictable given the longevity of the Senate leaders involved.
Bid-rigging class action can proceed; Supreme Court refuses to hear county, tax buyers' appeal
An Illinois Supreme Court decision issued on Wednesday means that a class action trial over bid rigging by former Madison County treasurer Fred Bathon and others can proceed.
Security expert discusses best cyber protection strategies for law firms and legal professionals
Cyber crime and hacking seem to be featured in the news more often than ever in this technological era, and many legal professionals wonder how they can protect their firms from attacks and breaches of security.
Home sellers sue Alton buyers for allegedly failing to pay
EDWARDSVILLE — A couple who sold a home are suing the buyers, Alton residents Brandon and Kelly Cope, seeking possession of the property and more than $70,000.
Bank says Edwardsville man owes nearly $70,000 in credit card debt
EDWARDSVILLE — A Utah-based bank company is suing Edwardsville resident Adam H. Bernaix, alleging that he breached a credit card agreement.
Breese motorist sues delivery service following collision
EAST ST. LOUIS – A Breese motorist is suing a delivery service after one of its drivers allegedly caused a collision.