News from March 2020
Madison County officials oppose board member's cross-claim request in sexual harassment suit; Sanctions sought over discovery dispute
Madison County Board Member Phil Chapman seeks to file an untimely cross-claim in former Madison County Community Development Director Kristen Poshard’s complaint alleging sexual harassment and discrimination, who also seeks sanctions against Chapman.
New hearing granted for St. Clair County murder suspect convicted in Judge Cook’s court
MOUNT VERNON – Former St. Clair County circuit judge Michael Cook didn’t knowor follow the law on jury selection at a murder trial in 2013, Fifth District appellate judges ruled on Feb. 27.
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois: Actions Taken on Feb. 24
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activity on Feb. 24 in the suits below:
Feb. 24: U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois docket for "445 civil rights: americans with disabilities - employment" cases
The following cases categorized as "445 civil rights: americans with disabilities - employment" were on the docket in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois on Feb. 24. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
'Trailblazer:' Charles Freeman, first African American IL Supreme Court justice, dies
Former Ill. Supreme Court Justice Charles E. Freeman was rememberd for his deep impact on Illinois' law and its courts over six decades; for his work as a "trailblazer;" and for his devotion to his family.
Wood River mayor says city is not proposing to demolish landmark building, yet
A reference to removing Wood River's landmark Roundhouse in an application for a new recreation center does not mean the city wants it demolished, its mayor said.
Walmart sued over sinking balloons
Two Illinois residents are suing Walmart over claims a helium tank sold in their stores doesn't keep balloons inflated for a sufficient amount of time.
SEYFARTH SHAW LLP: Income Share Agreements: An Alternative to the Traditional Student Loan
An Income Share Agreement (ISA) is an alternative way to pay for a college education that involves a student agreeing to pay back a loan by making pre-determined payments after graduation based on a percentage of their income.
SEYFARTH SHAW LLP: Navigating Accommodations and Leave Laws in the New Decade: What's on the Horizon?
Navigating Accommodations and Leave Laws in the New Decade: What's on the Horizon? to be held on March 05, 2020.
SEYFARTH SHAW LLP: Seyfarth Inclusion & Diversity Webinar Series: Creating Meaningful Change: Building Effective Inclusion Programs - One
Join Seyfarth Shaw as we kick off a series of conversations on creating inclusive and diverse workplaces.
CLARK HILL PLC: Clark Hill Attorney John Fogarty Receives Unanimous Decision from Illinois Supreme Court
Clark Hill attorney John Fogarty, counsel for the Committee to Oppose the Retroactive Term Limits Referendum, recently received a unanimous decision after the Illinois Supreme Court upheld an Illinois term limit statute for local officeholders that will allow Elk Grove Village Mayor Craig Johnson to stay in office and ultimately to run for re-election.
Rosenstengel will allow U.S. to depose med mal plaintiff represented by Keefe
EAST ST. LOUIS – Chief U. S. District Judge Nancy Rosenstengel rejected Tom Keefe’s argument that his client need not answer questions she answered in a parallel case with different defendants.
Case activity for International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers District No. 9 vs Olin Corporation on Feb. 28
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers District No. 9 against Olin Corporation on Feb. 28.
Case activity for Elizabeth Drumond vs AMAC Association, Inc. on Feb. 28
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by Elizabeth Drumond against AMAC Association, Inc. on Feb. 28.
Case activity for Donald Heneberg vs Vandalia Officials on Feb. 28
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by Donald Heneberg against Vandalia Officials on Feb. 28.
Case activity for Donald Heneberg vs Vandalia Officials on Feb. 28
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by Donald Heneberg against Vandalia Officials on Feb. 28.
Case activity for Donald Heneberg vs Securus Correctionaol Services on Feb. 28
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by Donald Heneberg against Securus Correctionaol Services on Feb. 28.