News from July 2018
Woman sues over dog bite in Granite City
EDWARDSVILLE — A woman is suing dog owners after she was allegedly attacked while mowing the lawn.
Fifth District vacates defamation order in SIUE professor’s lawsuit
MOUNT VERNON – Madison County Circuit Judge Andy Matoesian improperly found a defendant liable for defamation without evidence that her statements were false, Fifth District appellate judges ruled on July 10.
St. Clair County man accused of sexual abuse remains in state custody after 'not not-guilty' ruling
An accused sexual predator will remain in the custody of Department of Human Services (DHS) after an Illinois appellate court found he is still "not not-guilty."
ILLINOIS ATTORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Madigan takes action against fraudulent charities claiming to help veterans
Attorney General Lisa Madigan joined with the Federal Trade Commission, attorneys general across the country and other law enforcement and charity regulators to announce “Operation Donate with Honor,” a crackdown against fraudulent charities that scam consumers by falsely promising their donations will help veterans and service members.
Motorist alleges injuries from Alton collision
EDWARDSVILLE — A motorist claims he was injured when another driver exited an Alton parking lot and caused a collision.
Law Offices of Michael J. Diaz dedicated to helping clients with variety of needs
The Law Offices of Michael J. Diaz was founded with the mission to make a positive difference in the lives of its clients.
Greensfelder firm named in top 100 in country for its gender diverse workforce
A local law firm has been listed among the top 100 of the larger practices in the country for its gender diverse work force.
McLanahan Towing of Collinsville accused of negligence
EDWARDSVILLE — A tractor-trailer driver claims he was injured when a tow truck driver began operating the lift while the plaintiff was still gathering his belongings.
Cassens & Sons alleges it repaired defective Dodge Durango in fraud suit
Cassens & Sons claims it repaired at no cost an allegedly defective Dodge Durango before offering to buy the vehicle at issue in an East Eaton couple’s fraud suit.
Southern District of Illinois to fund scholarships to SIU law students
CARBONDALE –– The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois will fund law school scholarships in an effort to support the area's local legal community.
Innovative Construction Services sued over alleged home defects
Two homeowners say Innovative Construction Services Inc., a general contractor, breached a contract.
Driver accused of failing to stop at red light
Two St. Clair County residents blame a woman for causing a motor vehicle crash.
Wood River Township intervenes in employee’s personal injury suit
Madison County Circuit Judge Barbara Crowder granted Wood River Township’s petition to intervene in an employee’s lawsuit against a homeowner alleging he injured his shoulder when attempting to pick up a bag full of rocks.
Madison County circuit judge candidates file second quarter reports
With less than four months until Election Day, candidates for two Madison County circuit judge seats brought in a total of $27,985 in the second quarter.
Madison County foreclosures July 9-12
There were eight foreclosures in Madison County from July 9-12
Madison County real estate June 22-27
Several Edwardsville homes sold for more than $500,000 as part of the recent Madison County real estate transactions for June 22-27.
St. Clair County foreclosures June 29-July 6
There were 10 foreclosures in St. Clair County from June 29-July 6.
St. Clair County real estate June 15-19
An Lebanon property sold for $750,000 as part of the recent St. Clair County real estate transactions for June 15-19.
Madison County civil docket July 23-27
Madison County Circuit Judges Mudge, Matoesian, Ruth, Crowder and Dugan have law cases scheduled on the civil docket for the week of July 23-27.
Madison County jury awards passenger damages following Alton collision
A Madison County jury awarded a passenger $12,500 in Circuit Judge Dennis Ruth’s courtroom following a one-day trial involving an Alton collision.