News from November 2018
Outgoing Sen. Clayborne draws down campaign funds in airfare and hotel expenditures
SPRINGFIELD – State Senator James Clayborne, whose campaign fund held about $200,000 when he announced his retirement, has drained much of that amount on travel.
Matoesian out on leave since Labor Day
Madison County chief judge David Hylla confirmed that circuit judge Andreas Matoesian has been off the bench for unspecified reasons since Labor Day.
St. Clair County circuit judge Fiss remembered for tough sentences and devotion to family, friends
St. Clair County Circuit Judge Jan Fiss is remembered as a devoted family man and an impartial judge who gave out tough sentences.
Legitimacy of ‘good faith’ settlement questioned
When two parties in litigation agree to a “good faith” settlement, that’s good, right? It brings the dispute to an end sooner, ensures that the outcome is acceptable to both sides, and eliminates the risk of a decision less favorable to one side or the other.
Madison County foreclosure Nov. 13-16
There were nine foreclosures in Madison County from Nov. 13-16
Madison County real estate Oct. 26-31
A Highland home sold for nearly $400,000 as part of the recent Madison County real estate transactions for Oct. 26-31.
St. Clair County foreclosures Nov. 15-21
There were six foreclosures in St. Clair County from Nov. 15-21.
St. Clair County real estate Oct. 19-30
A Smithton home sold for more than $412,000 as part of the recent St. Clair County real estate transactions for Oct. 19-30.
Madison County civil docket Dec. 3-7
Madison County circuit judges Mudge, Ruth and Dugan have law cases scheduled on the civil docket for Dec. 3-7.
Passenger sues over multi-vehicle collision
EDWARDSVILLE — A passenger is suing several motorist for allegedly causing a multi-vehicle collision.
Suit alleges healthcare benefit plan administrators engaged in a fraudulent scheme
BENTON — An employer is suing healthcare benefit plan administrators for allegedly failing to manage and administer the plaintiff's employees' health benefits program.
Suit alleges Cigna Group Insurance denied benefits
BENTON — A woman is suing her insurance company for allegedly denying her long-term disability benefits.
Customer sues Goodwill over alleged injuries at Fairview Heights store
BELLEVILLE — A customer claims he was injured when a table top was dropped on his foot at the Fairview heights Goodwill.
Asbestos defendants advised to discern potential BAP1 gene link in claimants
Attendees at a recent conference on asbestos litigation were advised to ask claimants about the history of cancer in families, and potentially then ask for a test because of the link between some mesothelioma cases and potential genetic factors.
Six facts Pritzker can’t ignore when negotiating AFSCME contract
Illinois Gov.-elect J.B. Pritzker says one of his first legislative priorities is to focus on things that will “lift up the standard of living” for Illinoisans by “putting dollars back in their pockets.”
Chatham & Baricevic, lawyers sue accountant over tax troubles
BELLEVILLE – Charles J. Baricevic, Grey Chatham, and their firm were subjected to fines and penalties on their taxes, according to a complaint Chatham filed in St. Clair County circuit court on Nov. 19.
Woman alleges injuries while jumping on trampoline
EDWARDSVILLE — A woman claims she was injured while jumping on a trampoline at a recreational complex.
Patient claims nerve damage after blood draw procedure
BENTON — A patient is suing the U.S. government for $5 million, claiming an injury after having blood drawn at the Southern Illinois Healthcare Foundation, a federal government agency.
Employee benefit fund sues construction company for unpaid contributions
BENTON — Employee benefit fund trustees is suing C. Howell Construction Inc., an employer, citing alleged breach of collective bargaining agreements.
Mortgage holders accused of failing to make payments
BENTON — The federal government is suing a woman and the Illinois Housing Development Authority for allegedly failing to pay monthly installments.