News from April 2020
Case activity for Erin M. Scot vs Cliford David Nix on April 20
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by Erin M. Scot against Cliford David Nix and Pope Trucking, Inc. on April 20.
Madison County civil docket Apr. 27-May 1
Madison County judges Dugan, Ruth, and Smith have law cases scheduled on the civil docket for Apr. 27-May 1.
April 14: U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois docket for "463 habeas corpus - alien detainee" cases
The following cases categorized as "463 habeas corpus - alien detainee" were on the docket in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois on April 14. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Madison County real estate Mar. 9-13
An Edwardsville commercial property sold for $10,150,000 as part of the Madison County real estate transactions Mar. 9-13.
Sivia Law inspires community with 30 Days of Kindness
Sivia Law in Edwardsville is inspiring positivity within the community through its 30 Days of Kindness initiative.
April 14: U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois docket for "442 civil rights: jobs" cases
The following cases categorized as "442 civil rights: jobs" were on the docket in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois on April 14. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
ICJL: Legislators should enact protections of health care providers to bolster Pritzker’s executive order
ELMHURST – Now that Gov. J. B. Pritzker has limited civil liability for health care providers fighting a global virus, the Illinois Civil Justice League is calling on legislators to give his executive order the force of law.
Missouri AG sues Chinese government over coronavirus - for lives lost, joblessness and impact on state budget
ST. LOUIS - Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt claims the Chinese government, Chinese Communist Party, and other Chinese officials and institutions suppressed information, arrested whistleblowers, and denied the contagious nature of the 2019 novel coronavirus that led to loss of life and severe economic consequences in Missouri, according to a lawsuit filed today in federal court.
Madison County Treasurer to offer grace period for first tax payment
Madison County Treasurer Chris Slusser announced that he plans to offer a two-month grace period for the first property tax payment in order to assist those struggling financially due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Prenzler forms committee to look at re-opening Madison County
Madison County Board Chairman Kurt Prenzler announced the formation of an “Opening Up Madison County Again” committee of business and community leaders.
Madison County officials say amended $1 million VAC funding dispute lacks standing
In a reply supporting their motion to dismiss an amended $1 million funding dispute, Madison County officials argue that the Veterans’ Assistance Commission of Madison County and Superintendent Bradley Lavite repeat previously dismissed claims.
April 13: U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois docket for "insurance" cases
The following cases categorized as "insurance" were on the docket in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois on April 13. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Case activity for Alveta Karen Hal vs Lockheed Martin Corporation on April 19
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by Alveta Karen Hal against Lockheed Martin Corporation and Prudential Insurance Company of America on April 19.
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois: Actions Taken on April 13
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activity on April 13 in the suits below:
Panera Bread denies employee was terminated due to disability
The Edwardsville Panera Bread restaurant denies liability in a former employee’s suit alleging he was wrongfully terminated.
April 13: U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois docket for "463 habeas corpus - alien detainee" cases
The following cases categorized as "463 habeas corpus - alien detainee" were on the docket in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois on April 13. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
PEPPER HAMILTON LLP: Pepper Hamilton's Collaboration Technology Keeps Business Running
Online collaboration is the new normal.
FOLEY & LARDNER LLP: Telemedicine Legal Considerations
Foley Of Counsel Alan Einhorn, a member of Foley’s Health Care Industry Team, will be a speaker during a webinar hosted by the National Association of Medical Staff Services (NAMSS).
PEPPER HAMILTON LLP: The Impact of Covid-19 on the Private Equity Community
Pepper Hamilton LLP issued the following announcement on. When: 4/21/2020 3:00-4:00 PM (ET) | 12:00-1:00 PM (PT) Now more than ever, dealmakers seek guidance on how to best navigate our “current normal.” While many private equity groups collected valuable lessons from past downturns, this crisis looks and feels different — and therefore we need to act and react differently.
ILLINOIS ATTORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Raoul Calls on the Epa to Rescind Policy Limiting Enforcement of Federal Civil Environmental and Public Health Laws
Attorney General Kwame Raoul, along with 13 attorneys general, submitted a letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) denouncing the EPA’s March 26 memorandum that announced a nationwide policy limiting the civil enforcement of federal environmental laws during the COVID-19 crisis.