News from May 2018
Madison County foreclosures May 21-24
There were 18 foreclosures in Madison County from May 21-24
Madison County civil docket June 4-8
There are five law cases scheduled on the Madison County civil docket for June 4-8.
St. Clair County real estate May 7-11
An O'Fallon property sold for nearly $430,000 as part of the recent St. Clair County real estate transactions for May 7-11.
St. Clair County foreclosures May 18-25
There were 13 foreclosures in St. Clair County from May 18 to May 25.
Progressive income tax resolution passes in State House
A progressive income tax resolution passed in the State House on Tuesday 61-52, mostly along party lines.
Madison County board approves $14M for jail renovation project despite chairman's opposition
EDWARDSVILLE – Madison County's jail renovation project moved forward May 16 with the approval of a $14 million upgrade by the county board despite the opposition of its chairman and county administrator.
No way to treat a veteran
Every year at this time we’re reminded that Memorial Day is not just an excuse to have a picnic and eat barbecue. It’s a day of remembrance, a day to honor the men and women who sacrificed their lives while serving in our country’s armed forces.
St. Clair County woman alleges injuries in U.S. 50 crash
BELLEVILLE — A St. Clair County resident alleges a driver attempted a turn when it wasn't safe and caused a crash.
Passenger sues two drivers over Morrison Road collision
EDWARDSVILLE — A passenger is suing two drivers for allegedly causing a Morrison Road collision.
Motorist sues over Christmas Eve crash
EDWARDSVILLE — A motorist is suing a driver for allegedly causing a Christmas Eve collision.
Woman sues nursing home following mother's death
EDWARDSVILLE — A woman is suing several healthcare providers, alleging her mother died due to negligent care.
Woman sues former partner for alleged battery
EDWARDSVILLE — A woman is suing her former live-in partner for allegedly refusing to let her leave and intentional battery.
Man sues Maryville convenience store over slip, fall
EDWARDSVILLE — A man claims he was injured after falling at a convenience store.
Campaign funder has filed 36 percent of all major civil cases in St. Clair County
BELLEVILLE – Randy Gori’s firm in Edwardsville, currently filing asbestos suits in St. Clair County at a rate of one per day, has contributed $11,526.04 to the judicial campaign of Christopher Kolker.
In a shrinking state, Census sheds light on struggling cities
Rich Roth didn’t think his story would go viral. But a Facebook post with his photo and a quote from the longtime Clinton, Illinois, resident has reached more than 800,000 people since May 21, with more than 10,000 reactions and 8,000 shares.
Illinois Supreme Court ruling a victory for government transparency
The court’s ruling strengthens Illinois’ Freedom of Information Act, a crucial tool in holding government officials accountable.
Landowners near Chemetco Superfund site dismiss more than 300 defendants from suit
BENTON – Landowners who sued about 3,500 defendants for contribution to a Superfund project near Hartford have dismissed more than 300 defendants who didn’t so much as file an answer.
Fifth District: Judge improperly granted double recovery to trucker’s estate; Insurer: Proceeds improperly granted for lit lender, attorneys, beneficiaries
MOUNT VERNON – Effingham County Circuit Judge Daniel Hartigan improperly granted double recovery to a wrongful death client of Edwardsville lawyer Brian Wendler, Fifth District appellate judges ruled on May 15.
Man sues over Collinsville collision
EDWARDSVILLE — A motorist alleges he was injured in a rear-end collision in Collinsville.
Insured motorists seek payment from Unique Insurance
EDWARDSVILLE — A Madison County insurer is accused of failing to make a payment under an uninsured motorist policy after a crash in St. Louis.