News from March 2020
Cook County voters warned against some judge candidates, encouraged to support others, by candidate ratings groups
The Illinois Civil Justice League particularly warned voters on two judicial candidates it considers to be "stalking horse candidates" on ballot to help "chosen" Democratic Party "insiders"
Suit involving shower slip and fall at trial in Rudolf's court
A man’s lawsuit alleging he slipped and fell at a Flying J Truckstop while using the shower is at trial in St. Clair County Circuit Judge Heinz Rudolf’s courtroom.
ICJL releases judicial recommendations ahead of primary; Four in key local races are 'highly recommended'
The Illinois Civil Justice League (ICJL) released its list of voter recommendations, which it calls its “judicial scorecard,” for the 2020 primary races.
March 2: U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois docket for "440 civil rights: other" cases
The following cases categorized as "440 civil rights: other" were on the docket in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois on March 2. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Motorist accused of failing to appear in traffic court files class action over alleged improper notification
EDWARDSVILLE - A motorist claims he received no proper notification prior to being convicted and fined in his absence by Madison County Circuit Court.William Rogers has filed suit against two county officials he claims are liable because at some point they handled money he handed over following his conviction and fine.
Property taxes turning American dreams into nightmares
Visions of the community’s future no longer bring comfort. Instead, they inspire crippling fear.
Wrongful death suit filed against Gateway Regional Medical Center
EDWARDSVILLE - A Madison County medical center is being sued after a patient died in the defendant's care.
Former State Rep. Kay endorses Overstreet
Primary races are often not taken seriously. The Supreme Court race in the 5th Judicial District, pitting John Barberis against David Overstreet, will decide who will face the Democrat nominee to succeed retiring Supreme Court Justice Lloyd Karmeier. This race is important.
Trucking company investor alleges fraud, breach of contract
BELLEVILLE - A trucking company is being sued by a partner who claims the firm was stripped of its assets and dissolved unlawfully.
FOX ROTHSCHILD LLP: Preventing Pandemic Pandemonium: An Employer’s Guide to Practical Strategies
There is growing concern about the impact that the spread of COVID-19 could have on businesses across the country.
REED SMITH LLP: 2020 NLRB Update
Our labor lawyers will review some of the key recent decisions made by the National Labor Relations Board.
LITTLER MENDELSON PC: Littler’s Annual Report on the EEOC: A Practical Primer On Organizational, Procedural, and Case Developments
On February 4, 2020, Janet Dhillon, chair of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), announced “The Chair's Priorities for 2020," which were on the heels of the January 24, 2020, publication of the EEOC charge and litigation statistics for the past fiscal year.
HOLLAND & KNIGHT: CMMC: Compliance, Audits and What to Really Expect
Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) refers to information that is not considered classified but still requires safeguarding or controlled dissemination according to the applicable law(s), regulations and policies.
HOLLAND & KNIGHT: Holland & Knight Celebrates International Women's Day 2020
Holland & Knight issued the following announcement on March 8.International Women's Day is a global day on March 8, celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.
Kelly and County move to dismiss claims in Duebbert's malicious prosecution suit
BELLEVILLE – St. Clair County and former state’s attorney Brendan Kelly moved to dismiss Ron Duebbert’s malicious prosecution suit on Feb. 28, claiming he failed to demonstrate there was no probable cause.
Gori firm asbestos ramps back up in February, though Simmons firm files three times as many year to date
EDWARDSVILLE – Productivity at the late Randy Gori’s firm returned to normal in February as the firm filed 19 asbestos suits in Madison County Circuit Court.
Case activity for James Demus vs A. David on March 6
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by James Demus against A. David on March 6.
Case activity for USA vs Ilinois Public Aid on March 6
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by USA against Ilinois Public Aid and M. Pauline Crawford on March 6.
Case activity for Michael G. Kavanagh vs Commissioner of Social Security on March 6
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by Michael G. Kavanagh against Commissioner of Social Security on March 6.
Case activity for USA vs Citifinancial Services, Inc. on March 6
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by USA against Citifinancial Services, Inc. , Shery L. Quilman and Western Egyptian Economic Opportunity Council on March 6.