News from November 2017
Settlements reached in suit alleging chemical exposure caused Parkinson's disease
St. Clair County Circuit Judge Vincent Lopinot granted several motions for good faith finding and dismissal following settlement agreements in a man’s lawsuit alleging he developed Parkinson’s disease after years of working with chemicals in the flooring business.
Georgia Pacific's Bestwall seeks Chapter 11; Cites ‘abuses in the tort system’ in Madison County
In its request for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, Bestwall LLC, a unit of Georgia Pacific, cites a 2005 Madison County asbestos case where “highly questionable claiming practices” were used during litigation to reach higher payouts before changing the story for bankruptcy trust filings.
Colorado crash suit in Illinois court settles in wake of defense BMS challenge
BENTON – Attorney Tom Keefe of Belleville and colleagues in Colorado settled a suit over a fatal crash in Colorado after a defendant challenged Illinois jurisdiction under a new decision of the U.S. Supreme Court.
Judge from Fourth Circuit will preside over state's case against Duebbert
A judge from the Fourth Judicial Circuit will preside in the state's case against St. Clair County Circuit Judge Ronald Duebbert, according to an order signed by Chief Justice Lloyd Karmeier on Nov. 7.
Government accuses Tillery of trying to avoid taxes on K-Mart FCA settlement proceeds
EAST ST. LOUIS – After months of secrecy about a settlement that Stephen Tillery of St. Louis reached on a claim that K-Mart cheated the government, the government accuses him of trying to dodge taxes on the proceeds.
Mother alleges taking Depakote while pregnant caused injuries to son
EAST ST. LOUIS — A Texas mother is suing pharmaceutical companies for allegedly designing a defective medication for seizures, bipolar disorder and migraines.
Patient alleges no anesthesia during surgery in $5 million suit
EAST ST. LOUIS — A patient is suing for $5 million after he allegedly did not receive anesthesia during surgery at the Marion VA Medical Center.
Despite outflow of high earners, Dem gov. candidates push progressive tax
With an entire year until the 2018 election for Illinois governor, instituting a progressive tax is already emerging as a battleground topic in the race.
Silverstein and Manar want transparency for us, not themselves
Following the uproar over Russian meddling in our presidential election process – specifically, the use of Facebook ads to sway public opinion or just wreak havoc – social media companies are establishing disclosure requirements for purchasers of political advertising.
Wood River man alleges injuries from collision
EDWARDSVILLE — A Wood River resident is suing a motorist for allegedly colliding with his vehicle while attempting to maneuver around him.
Vehicle owner alleges Audi wrecked by dealership employee
EDWARDSVILLE — A Granite City car owner claims a Bommarito Audi West County employee crashed his car while it was at the dealership for trim repairs.
Homeowners allege City of Alton failed to repair storm sewer
EDWARDSVILLE — Property owners are suing the City of Alton for allegedly allowing the storm sewer to fall into a state of disrepair.
Sponsors allegedly failed to make payments for advertisements
EDWARDSVILLE — Media event companies allege sponsors failed to make payments for the advertisements aired with podcasts.
Non-commercial drivers sue employers for unpaid wages
EAST ST. LOUIS — Non-commercial drivers filed a class-action lawsuit against their employers for allegedly refusing to pay the required minimum wages and overtime compensations.
Pharmacy sues fragrance distributor for unsolicited advertisement
EAST ST. LOUIS — A pharmacy store filed a class-action against a fragrance distributer for allegedly sending unsolicited advertisements via fax.
Tractor-trailer driver sued over fatal collision
EAST ST. LOUIS — A woman is suing a tractor-trailer driver following a fatal 2014 collision.
Woman sues Depakote manufacturers
BENTON — An Ohio woman is suing biopharmaceutical companies for allegedly failing to warn her of the dangers of taking Depakote.
House passes phony tax freeze, bill dies in Senate
The politically motivated freeze would not address key cost drivers or protect Illinois homeowners from property tax increases.
ITS Solar LLC alleged to have failed to pay contributions to union welfare fund
EAST ST. LOUIS – A Millstadt business is alleged to have failed to pay contributions to a labor union fund.
Consumer claims Ally Financial Inc. has invaded privacy with collection calls
EAST ST. LOUIS – A Salem consumer alleges a debt collector has invaded her privacy with collection calls meant for another person.