News from 2017
East St. Louis landlord sues Allstate after coverage denied in house collapse
BELLEVILLE – Allstate improperly denied coverage for the collapse of a house at 464 N. 31st Street in East St. Louis, according to the Sieron family of landlords.
Madison County board committee approves bipartisan budget
Creating a balanced budget and a reduced property tax levy in Madison County -- and passing it in committee -- was difficult, but both sides of the political divide made concessions, according to the chairman of the county board.
Fifth District upholds denial of man's workers' compensation claim
The Fifth District Appellate Court on Nov. 1 denied an appeal by Robert Leyden to collect workers' compensation benefits after Leyden alleged he was injured in an on-the-job accident.
Man files suit against New Memphis tavern, convenience store operators after crash
BELLEVILLE – Two New Memphis establishments are named in a suit by a driver who alleges he was injured when an intoxicated motorist caused a collision.
Mother, child allege injuries after collision in Belleville
BELLEVILLE – A mother and minor child are seeking more than $50,000 in damages after a collision in Belleville.
Man allege exposure to asbestos from Borg-Warner Morse TEC, others caused cancer
BELLEVILLE – A former employee at GE Lexington Lamp alleges exposure to asbestos through third parties caused him to develop lung cancer.
Woman sues over Wal-Mart parking lot collision
EDWARDSVILLE – A woman alleges she was injured in a Mattoon parking lot when her vehicle was struck by another.
Former candidate for State Senate also seeking GOP nomination for Fiss seat
Attorney Katherine Ruocco of Swansea is seeking the Republican nomination for a judicial vacancy being created by St. Clair County Circuit Judge Jan Fiss, who is retiring next year.
In 'Spring(field) Vegas,' a toxic culture thrives in the dark
The culture of silence will end eventually. And when it does, it will be with a deafening roar.
Bank claims Edwardsville homeowner defaulted on promissory note
EDWARDSVILLE — A bank is suing an individual, citing alleged breach of contract.
Asbestos suit claims companies failed to warn of risks to workers
BELLEVILLE — A couple is suing multiple corporations for allegedly failing to warn of the dangerous effects of asbestos.
Army veteran claims he developed cancer due to asbestos in companies' products
BELLEVILLE — A couple is suing a number of companies for alleged failure to warn of the dangerous effects of asbestos.
AK Steel, ALFA Laval, others did not provide safe methods for working with asbestos products, couple says
BELLEVILLE — A couple is suing multiple corporations, claiming they allegedly failed to warn of the dangerous effects of asbestos.
Former Madison County resident accuses manufacturers of causing relative's benzene-related illness
EDWARDSVILLE — A former Madison County resident is suing product manufacturers, citing alleged negligence and wrongful death.
Couple seeks more than $50,000 in St. Clair County asbestos case
BELLEVILLE — A couple is suing a number of companies, citing alleged negligence.
Widow alleges Beazer, GE, others alleges companies didn't warn husband of asbestos risks
BELLEVILLE — A widow is suing several companies, alleging negligence involving the death of her husband.
Widow seeks $50,000 from Illinois defendant, others in asbestos case
BELLEVILLE — A widow is suing manufacturers, citing alleged negligence.
Associate judges present '7 Reasons to Leave the Party'
SHILOH – Two St. Clair associate circuit court judges running in next year's general election to fill vacancies on the bench recently presented a program to teenagers about the consequences of making poor choices, according to a press release.
Court again denies motions in Missouri man's dispute over Nevada company ownership
BENTON – A federal judge has denied three motions based on personal jurisdiction filed by a Missouri man in a case tied to Nevada.
Thank you for your service
We honor not those who paid the ultimate price, but stop and show gratitude to ALL those who served, living and dead. We acknowledge the truth that “Freedom is not Free,” and pause with gratitude, with respect. While all are worthy of our efforts, this year I propose a long overdue expression for one special group - the Vietnam Veteran.