News from April 2021
Bill would match Illinois spending to what taxpayers can afford
A bipartisan ‘spending cap’ bill would allow predictable, sustainable growth in state spending without tax hikes. Illinois is one of the few states without a similar fiscal restraint.
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois: Actions Taken on March 29
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activity on March 29 in the suits below:
March 29: 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 March 29. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
COZEN O'CONNOR: Illinois Bad Faith Law
Sam Stalker and Amber Coisman will present a Cozen O'Connor webinar titled, "Illinois Bad Faith Law" on Thursday, April 8, 2021.
COZEN O'CONNOR: COVID-19 Series: American Rescue Plan of 2021 and Continued Impact of FFCRA
On March 10, 2021, Congress passed the American Rescue Plan of 2021, which included new and expanded provisions of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA).
BRYAN CAVE LEIGHTON PAISNER LLP: JD Supra Readers’ Choice Awards 2021
Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner is recognized as a Top Firm in the JD Supra Readers’ Choice Awards 2021, in the category of Data Privacy.
REPRESENTATIVE MIKE BOST (IL-12): Bost Introduces Bill to Protect Veterans Online
U.S. Representatives Mike Bost (R-IL) and Nancy Mace (R-SC) introduced the Veterans’ Cyber Risk Awareness Act, which would increase cyber safety among veterans.
ILLINOIS GOVERNOR J.B. PRITZKER: Gov. Pritzker Signs Legislation Strengthening Voting Access for Most Vulnerable Residents
Building on efforts that ensured the safe and active participation in the 2020 elections, Governor JB Pritzker signed HB 1871 into law to establish permanent ballot drop boxes and allow curbside voting across Illinois for early voting or on Election Day.
Motions to dismiss wrongful termination suit deemed moot; Amended complaint filed against MESD, officials
Madison County Circuit Judge Sarah Smith deemed moot two motions to dismiss a former Metro East Sanitary District employee’s lawsuit and granted the plaintiff’s motion to file an amended complaint alleging he was terminated due to political affiliation and denied rehire due to his age.
Plaintiff in Jimmy John’s wage action challenges Rosenstengel order excluding economist’s report
EAST ST. LOUIS – A potential class action for Jimmy John’s employees has suddenly turned into a dispute about whether Chief U.S. District Judge Nancy Rosenstengel understands statistics.
'Message not getting across:' Judge says Pritzker wrong, feds still need to watch IL state government hiring
A federal judge has not only refused to grant Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker's wish to end federal oversight of state hiring, but has granted a modest expansion of that watchdog duty.
Suit alleges land trust refuses to pay for Granite City property
EDWARDSVILLE — Granite City plaintiffs claim they conveyed the title to a property on Maryville Road to a Madison County land trust that refuses to pay for the land per the sales contract.
Former Burger King operators face suit over back rent, taxes
EDWARDSVILLE — The operators of a closed Collinsville Burger King are facing a suit alleging they owe back rent and real estate taxes on the leased property.
Court activity on April 2: Kyle Jurcich vs Christone Enterprises, Inc.
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activity in the suit brought by Kyle Jurcich against Christone Enterprises, Inc. , Christopher B. Mendola, Christopher P. Mendola and E. L. M. Construction, Inc. on April 2.
Case activity for Kog Properties LLC vs Nationwide Insurance Company on April 2
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by Kog Properties LLC against Amco Insurance Company and Nationwide Insurance Company on April 2.
Court activity on April 1: Amy Boeving vs City of Collinsville, Illinois
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activity in the suit brought by Amy Boeving against City of Collinsville, Illinois and Randy Tedesco on April 1: 'Complaint Against All Defendants, Filed By Amy Boeving. (attachments: # 1 Exhibit Exhibit 1, # 2 Exhibit Exhibit 2, # 3 Exhibit Exhibit 3)(rembusch, Jill)'.
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois: Actions Taken on March 26
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activity on March 26 in the suits below:
March 26: U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois docket for "450 commerce icc rates, etc." cases
The following cases categorized as "450 commerce icc rates, etc." were on the docket in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois on March 26. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Case activity for Anthony Loquasto vs Commissioner of Social Security on April 1
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by Anthony Loquasto against Commissioner of Social Security on April 1.
Case activity for Amos Fulford vs T. Johnson on April 1
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by Amos Fulford against J. Fricker, Prisoner Review Board, S. Benton and T. Johnson on April 1.