News from 2018
Suit alleges Seven Oaks Property failed to make payments
EDWARDSVILLE — A lender is suing a borrower for allegedly failing to make payments on a loan.
State lawsuit over Sterigenics emissions cites state permit as evidence of 'hazard'; Undercuts permit process?
The Illinois Attorney General's Office and DuPage County State's Attorney have partnered to sue Sterigenics over its alleged emissions of ethylene oxide. However, the state lawsuit has come despite no contention from anyone that Sterigenics violated the terms of its permit, issued by the state. Some worry about the message such a 'bizarre' course of action by the state may send to its businesses, many of whom have similar permits of their own.
Patient voluntarily dismisses suit alleging colon infection from overprescribed antibiotics
A patient has voluntarily dismissed several dentists and dental practices in a suit alleging she suffered a colon infection after being prescribed various antibiotics in an effort to treat infections.
Suit alleging false all natural labeling filed against Conagra Brands
BELLEVILLE — Attorneys David Nelson and Matthew Armstrong have filed another no-injury class action lawsuit against a food manufacturer for allegedly falsely advertising that the defendant's products were all natural.
Motorist alleges injuries from East St. Louis collision
BELLEVILLE — A driver is suing another driver for allegedly causing a collision in East St. Louis.
MAYER BROWN: Mayer Brown partners and practices ranked in Benchmark Litigation 2019
Mayer Brown announced that Benchmark Litigation 2019 awarded the firm a top-tier ranking in the national Appellate category and also ranked the firm in the national Antitrust category.
HUSCH BLACKWELL LLP: Husch Blackwell Elects 25 to Partnership
Husch Blackwell announced that 25 attorneys have been elected to the firm’s partnership, effective January 1, 2019.
Fields found not guilty by St. Clair County jury
St. Clair County jurors found David Fields not guilty of the Dec. 30, 2016 murder of Carl Silas of Belleville.
Motorist seeks court fees following $1,000 jury verdict
A motorist seeks an assessment of costs after a Madison County jury awarded him just $1,000 and Circuit Judge David Dugan denied his request for a new trial in a suit involving a 2011 Michigan crash.
Gordy Hulten named vice president of external affairs at Illinois Manufacturers' Association
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) said in a statement filed Dec. 3 that Gordy Hulten has been hired as IMA’s vice president of external affairs, which is a new position within the association.
Applications for associate judge in Third Circuit due Jan. 7
Attorneys residing in the Third Judicial Circuit have until Jan. 7 to file an application to become the circuit’s new associate judge.
Second Amendment also recognizes need to defend from tyrannical government
The Founders recognized owning firearms as a ‘God given or natural right.‘
Lawsuit abuse still a problem in Illinois
The problems plaguing courtrooms throughout Illinois are well-documented. Our courts have seen ridiculous cases over having too many peanuts in a bag of mixed nuts or allegations of being “injured” by paying higher prices for products than their self-claimed worth.
Taxi cab driver accused of causing collision
EDWARDSVILLE — A motorist is suing a cab driver for allegedly causing a collision at the intersection of W. Pontoon Road and W. Missouri Avenue.
Motorist alleges injuries from rear-end collision
EDWARDSVILLE — A motorist is suing another driver for allegedly causing a rear-end collision.
Suit alleges borrower failed to make payments
EDWARDSVILLE — A lender is suing a borrower for allegedly failing to make payments.
Man sues healthcare providers over father's death
EDWARDSVILLE — A man's wrongful death suit accuses several healthcare providers of failing to regularly perform neurological checks prior to his father's death.
Man alleges retaliatory discharge over work comp claim
BELLEVILLE — A man claims B Auto Parts terminated his employment after he sought workers' compensation benefits.
Former worker with lung cancer sues asbestos products manufacturers
A former worker is suing CBS Corporation, et al, asbestos products manufacturers, citing alleged failure to warn as well as negligence.
Police report shows treasurer stole nearly $70K; Auditor for levee district didn't catch missing funds
According to a police report, Wood River Drainage and Levee District Secretary and Treasurer Jamie Butkovich stole $67,661.41 from the District from March 2017 to September 2018, spending it at various bars, casinos and craft stores.