News from November 2017
Federal government seeks foreclosure of Richland County property
BENTON – The federal government alleges that a Richland County property owner has defaulted on a mortgage.
Former Tri-Carb Corp/Excalibur Tool Co. employee alleges asbestos exposure caused cancer
BELLEVILLE — A couple are suing for alleged failure to warn regarding the harmful effects of asbestos fibers.
Couple sues for allege exposure to asbestos fibers, sustaining injuries
BELLEVILLE – A Navy veteran and laborer alleges that he was exposed to asbestos through third-party products and has developed cancer.
Cahokia resident seeking more than $50,000 after Alorton crash
BELLEVILLE – A Cahokia man is seeking damages from a Belleville woman after an accident in Alorton.
Insurance company sues Belleville man after tree destroys home
BELLEVILLE – An insurance company is seeking damages from a Belleville man after a dead tree on his property allegedly destroyed a neighboring home.
Federal judge denies Verde Energy's motion to dismiss TCPA case
BENTON – A recent lawsuit against Verge Energy USA Illinois has been allowed to proceed after a federal judge denied the company’s motion to dismiss.
Madison County looks for more bids on county projects
EDWARDSVILLE – Madison County is set to spend up to $10.6 million dollars on capital projects in the coming year.
The case of the hidden property tax
Truth in taxation wins and the residents can trust that no more than the requested tax levy will be collected.
McCarter calls Springfield a 'gross atmosphere' in wake of sexual harassment allegations
SPRINGFIELD - Programs on how not to engage in sexual harassment were given to lawmakers this week following recent bombshell allegations made by a lobbyist who claimed a ranking member of the state Senate harassed her.
Fifth District rejects workers' compensation appeal
The Fifth District Appellate Court has ruled that a man failed to prove his disability claim with the state’s Workers Compensation Commission.
MDL panel will hear opioid consolidation arguments Nov. 30 in St. Louis
WASHINGTON – Judges on a national panel must decide whether to consolidate opioid suits of local governments and if so, whether to send them to West Virginia, Illinois or Ohio.
Former mechanic/driver names Advance Auto Parts Inc., others in suit alleging asbestos injuries
BELLEVILLE – A former mechanic/driver alleges asbestos exposure caused cancer.
Textile mill worker alleges asbestos exposure caused cancer
BELLEVILLE – A former textile mill worker alleges that asbestos exposure caused him to develop cancer.
Armstrong Pumps Inc., others named in asbestos injury suit
BELLEVILLE – A former employee of General Tire & Rubber Co. alleges that he was exposed to asbestos during his career and was injured.
Man alleges asbestos in products manufactured by 4520 Corp. Inc., others caused cancer
BELLEVILLE – A man alleges he was exposed to asbestos during his career and that he has developed cancer as a result.
Former laborer claims he was exposed to asbestos at North Carolina locations
BELLEVILLE – A laborer is suing multiple companies over an alleged failure to warn of the harmful effects of asbestos fibers.
Nearly one year later, still no Ford decision out of Fifth District
It’s been nearly a year since Fifth District Appellate Court justices heard oral arguments in the Jeffs v Ford asbestos jurisdictional appeal out of Madison County Circuit and a decision still hasn’t been reached.
Christopher Belt announces candidacy for Illinois’ 57th Senate seat
Christopher Belt announced his candidacy for Illinois’ 57th Senate district on the democratic ticket.
Supreme Court justice: Bias study results 'provide critical insights'
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Supreme Court announced Nov. 6 that the Supreme Court Committee on Equality has concluded a study examining how factors like poverty, gender, race and legal representation affect outcomes in civil and family law cases.
Eye doctor, vision center deny liability in medical malpractice suit
An eye doctor and vision center deny liability in a patient’s suit alleging he underwent unnecessary surgery to correct an eye condition.