News from March 2018
Man files Dram Shop suit against Spike's Pub & Grub
EDWARDSVILLE — A man claims he was assaulted by an intoxicated patron at Spike's Pub & Grub.
Driver, passenger sue over Troy collision
EDWARDSVILLE — A driver and passenger allege they were injured in a Troy collision.
Outmigration fuels Madison, St. Clair County population dips in 2017
Madison and St. Clair counties both saw their populations decline from July 2016 to July 2017, thanks to outmigration – a problem the counties have been dealing with for years.
'Equal rights' amendment sounds really good, but it's really, really bad
The year is 2018, but nothing has changed since 1979. Women's Lib is still pushing for a gender-free or unisex society, and having ERA ratified as an Amendment to the Constitution is its vehicle for success.
Case against Northstar Lottery Group LLC will not be remanded
The United States District Court for the Southern District of Illinois has ruled that the lawsuit against Northstar Lottery Group LLC will not return to state court.
If it claims to be natural, sue it-that’s the natural way in St. Clair County
What could be more natural – at least, in St. Clair County – than a flurry of class action lawsuits claiming that some “all natural” products are not as “natural” as advertised, that consumers of said products have been cheated, and that they and their attorneys deserve to be compensated for the alleged fraud?
Illinois February jobs growth driven by surging local government payrolls
While Illinois outperformed the nation in terms of monthly employment growth for the first time since September 2017, Illinois payrolls have only increased half as fast as the rest of the nation in the past year.
IDC spring symposium set April 13 will focus on cybersecurity
The Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel (IDC) spring symposium is scheduled April 13 at Gleacher Center in Chicago and will focus on cybersecurity, bringing together the top executives in the field to speak on the most pressing issues facing computer safety.
‘Unnatural’ class actions in St. Clair County total 21; One shopper tricked by non-dairy creamer label
BELLEVILLE – Local lawyer David Nelson has sued 21 food and soap makers in St. Clair County circuit court in three years for labeling products as natural.
Belleville attorney Alana Mejias appointed St. Clair County associate judge; Father-in-law is former judge Cueto
Belleville attorney Alana I. Mejias, 35, has been appointed St. Clair County associate judge to fill the vacancy left by former associate judge Randall Kelley.
Woman sues over trip, fall at Casino Queen
BELLEVILLE — A St. Clair County woman is suing Casino Queen after she allegedly tripped and fell on a raised piece of carpet.
Norcom 2000 claims New Jersey company failed to pay for video services
BELLEVILLE — A St. Clair County-based company is suing a New Jersey-based voice, video and data service provider for allegedly failing to pay for services.
Property owners allege Stookey Township culvert caused property collapse
BELLEVILLE — Property owners claim the Stookey Township negligently replaced a water drainage culvert, causing their property to collapse.
Man claims agent failed to actively show property to possible buyers
EDWARDSVILLE — A property owner is suing a real estate agent and company for demanding commission on the sale of a $1 million home despite allegedly failing to provide services.
Woman sues over Granite City crash
EDWARDSVILLE — A woman is suing another driver for allegedly causing a Granite City crash.
Mother, children allege injuries from Bethalto collision
EDWARDSVILLE — A mother and her children are suing a driver for allegedly entering the intersection and causing a Bethalto collision.
Mother accuses two drivers of negligence in fatal Alton crash
A mother is suing two drivers, claiming insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries and death in an Alton car crash.
Man claims feet were burned because Gateway Energy didn't maintain site
A former safety watchman has filed a lawsuit against processing plant operators, citing alleged negligence.
Man claims driver didn't keep vehicle under control in I-55 crash
A motorist is suing a vehicle owner and a driver, citing alleged negligence.
Couple accuses Honeywell, others for husband's cancer diagnosis in asbestos exposure claim
BELLEVILLE — A couple is suing a number of companies, citing alleged failure to warn and negligence over asbestos exposure.